Santa Cruz Average Temperature by Month

This page shows the average temperature in each month of the year in Santa Cruz, California. It is based on NOAA data for the years 1991–2020.
What's the Hottest Month in Santa Cruz?
In Santa Cruz, California, the warmest month is August, with an average daily high temperature of 74.6 °F and an average low of 54.8 °F.
What's the Coldest Month in Santa Cruz?
In Santa Cruz, California, the coolest month is January, with an average daily high temperature of 61.3 °F and an average low of 41.6 °F.
Month Avg. High Avg. Low
January 61.3 °F 41.6 °F
February 62.8 °F 43.1 °F
March 65.4 °F 44.4 °F
April 68.2 °F 46.0 °F
May 70.4 °F 49.4 °F
June 72.7 °F 51.8 °F
July 73.2 °F 54.6 °F
August 74.6 °F 54.8 °F
September 75.5 °F 53.2 °F
October 72.5 °F 49.8 °F
November 65.6 °F 44.9 °F
December 60.3 °F 41.3 °F
Year 68.5 °F 47.9 °F
Weather Station Details
Years Station Coordinates
1893–2022 Santa Cruz location