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Santa Cruz weather today
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
23°
Sunny
Low 13°
Official weather alert: Beach Hazards Statement. Santa Cruz will experience a pleasantly warm today, reaching temperatures of up to 23 °C and cooling to about 13 °C in the evening. Gentle breezes are expected across Santa Cruz Today, with speeds reaching around 11.9 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 3%.
23° / 13°
Temp
3%
Rain
12 km/h
Wind
48%
Humidity
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Santa Cruz hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 06:00 AM | 06:38 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 05:05 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 14.6° | 12.9° | 14.4° | 14.3° | 12.9° | 13.9° | 13.7° | Sunrise | 12.5° | 15.6° | 19.5° | 20.7° | 23° | 23.4° | 22.3° | 23.4° | 22.4° | 19.6° | 18.2° | Sunset | 16.9° | 14.1° | 15.3° | 14.9° | 12.5° | 14.3° | |
| wind speed | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 4 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 2 km/h | 4 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 8 km/h | 12 km/h | 10 km/h | 3 km/h | 5 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 17° | 28° | 20° | 5° | 26° | 51° | 42° | 40° | 68° | 61° | 129° | 202° | 247° | 251° | 227° | 250° | 284° | 355° | 64° | 68° | 35° | 22° | 355° | 13° | |||
| wind direction | NNE | NNE | NNE | N | NNE | NE | NE | NE | ENE | ENE | SE | SSW | WSW | WSW | SW | WSW | WNW | N | ENE | ENE | NE | NNE | N | NNE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 2% | 3% | 2% | 2% | 3% | 2% | 1% | 3% | 4% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 4% | 4% | 5% | 10% | 10% | 3% | 5% | 14% | 11% | 3% | 8% | 3% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 53% | 58% | 50% | 48% | 54% | 46% | 44% | 51% | 36% | 30% | 41% | 27% | 27% | 44% | 36% | 42% | 58% | 50% | 52% | 69% | 55% | 55% | 73% | 57% | |||
| dew point | 5.2° | 4.7° | 4.1° | 3.7° | 3.8° | 2.6° | 1.8° | 2.7° | 0.9° | 1.4° | 6.9° | 3.1° | 3.2° | 9.4° | 7.4° | 8.8° | 11.1° | 7.6° | 6.9° | 8.5° | 6.4° | 6.1° | 7.8° | 6.1° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5% | 5% | 15% | 49% | 5% | 8% | 16% | 59% | 46% | 65% | 99% | 75% | 28% | 46% | 80% | 83% | 2% | 19% | 0% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 1.1 | 2.3 | 3.4 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 2.6 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Santa Cruz today
The weather in Santa Cruz today is expected to be much warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 23 °C, compared to an average of 17.5 °C for November 7th in recent years.
temperatures
23 °C
rain
0 mm
wind
12 km/h
UV
Moderate
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Santa Cruz daylight overview
Today in Santa Cruz, the sun rises at 06:38 and sets at 17:05, giving a total daylight duration of 10 hours and 27 minutes.
Daytime
Day length10h 27m▼ 1m 59s
Solar noon11:51 AM
Evening golden hour4:28 PM – 5:05 PM
Night
Waning CrescentIllumination 5%
Moonrise5:04 AM
Moonset3:55 PM
Santa Cruz: Sun reaches 36.8° above the horizon at midday.
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The weather today in Santa Cruz - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Santa Cruz?
The maximum temperature for today in Santa Cruz is expected to be 23° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Santa Cruz?
Yes, there is a 3% chance of rain in Santa Cruz today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Santa Cruz?
The wind in Santa Cruz is expected to blow at 12 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Santa Cruz today?
Given the forecast of 23 °C with a 3% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Santa Cruz today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Santa Cruz today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:38 and set at 17:05 in Santa Cruz.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Santa Cruz today?
Santa Cruz weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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