Santa Cruz
22°71°
Overcast
Feels Like: 21°70°
Min: 20°69°
Max: 29°84°
The next few hours will be overcast, with today reaching 29°C and dropping to 21°C. The coming days will be light rain throughout the day and possible thunderstorms in the afternoon.
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Expect unsettled, showery conditions in Santa Cruz on October 12, 2026 as rain moves through. The day opens on a wet note and needs flexible outdoor plans. Early hours look the most unsettled, with rain probability near 50% by 10:00. The thickest cloud arrives around 01:00, reaching about 94%.Expect unsettled, showery conditions in Santa Cruz on October 12, 2026 as rain moves through. The day opens on a wet note and needs flexible outdoor plans. Early hours look the most unsettled, with rain probability near 50% by 10:00. The thickest cloud arrives around 01:00, reaching about 94%.
The temperature range runs from about 20°C up to 29°C. Moisture in the air spans 71%-99%, with the highest values around 23:00. A lighter breeze peaks around 09:00 near 13 km/h.The temperature range runs from about 69°F up to 84°F. Moisture in the air spans 71%-99%, with the highest values around 23:00. A lighter breeze peaks around 09:00 near 8 mph.
Through the afternoon wet weather remains a factor, with rain chances near 84% around 13:00. Cloud also stays substantial, close to 89% near 18:00. Visibility stays generally good near 15.2 km on average, though it can drop toward 7.7 km in thicker cloud or showers. Expect sunrise at 05:37, sunset at 17:22, and 11 hours 44 minutes of sunlight today overall.Through the afternoon wet weather remains a factor, with rain chances near 84% around 13:00. Cloud also stays substantial, close to 89% near 18:00. Visibility stays generally good near 9.4 mi on average, though it can drop toward 4.8 mi in thicker cloud or showers. Expect sunrise at 05:37, sunset at 17:22, and 11 hours 44 minutes of sunlight today overall.
The practical takeaway for Santa Cruz on October 12, 2026 is simple: plan for rain, keep layers handy, and work around a high of about 29°C.The practical takeaway for Santa Cruz on October 12, 2026 is simple: plan for rain, keep layers handy, and work around a high of about 84°F.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Santa Cruz
How warm does it get in Santa Cruz?
The warmest month in Santa Cruz is April, with average high temperatures of 32°C. The average temperature during this period is around 27°C.The warmest month in Santa Cruz is April, with average high temperatures of 90°F. The average temperature during this period is around 80°F.
How cold does it get in Santa Cruz?
The coldest month in Santa Cruz is February, with average low temperatures of 20°C. The average temperature during this period is around 24°C.The coldest month in Santa Cruz is February, with average low temperatures of 68°F. The average temperature during this period is around 76°F.
What is the wettest time of year in Santa Cruz?
The wettest month in Santa Cruz is October, with an average of 268 mm of precipitation.The wettest month in Santa Cruz is October, with an average of 10.5 in of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Santa Cruz?
The driest month in Santa Cruz is January, with an average of 3 mm of precipitation.The driest month in Santa Cruz is January, with an average of 0.1 in of precipitation.