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16°
Overcast
Feels Like: 22°
Min: 14°
Max: 16°
The next few hours will be overcast, with tomorrow reaching 23°C and dropping to 22°C. The coming days will be mostly clear
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06:55
Sunrise
19:09
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Waxing Crescent
11:41
Moonrise
20:56
Moonset
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Weather in Santa Cruz tomorrow, September 16, 2026
Conditions in Santa Cruz on September 16, 2026 favour clear skies, so the day opens with a fine, sunny outlook. Any interruptions to the blue should be brief rather than lasting. Cloud leads the morning, peaking close to 100% near 00:00. Sunshine has little room until later in the day.
The temperature range runs from about 14°C up to 23°C. Moisture in the air spans 63%-94%, with the highest values around 05:00. Winds stay light, near 3.6 km/h by 05:00, so the day feels still more than breezy.
Afternoon conditions open up, holding cloud close to 44% near 12:00. The day finishes on a milder, brighter note. Visibility holds near 14.4 km, though it can fall to 12.2 km. Daylight runs from 06:56 to 19:07, lasting 12 hours 10 minutes of sunlight today.
The practical takeaway for Santa Cruz is a bright September 16, 2026, ideal for outdoor errands before temperatures ease from about 23°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Santa Cruz
How warm does it get in Santa Cruz?
The warmest month in Santa Cruz is September, with average high temperatures of 18°C. The average temperature during this period is around 16°C.
How cold does it get in Santa Cruz?
The coldest month in Santa Cruz is February, with average low temperatures of 10°C. The average temperature during this period is around 11°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Santa Cruz?
The wettest month in Santa Cruz is January, with an average of 158mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Santa Cruz?
The driest month in Santa Cruz is July, with an average of 0mm of precipitation.
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