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Today weather in Santa Cruz
Thursday, August 6th, 2026
23°
Sunny
Low 15°
Santa Cruz will experience a pleasantly warm today, reaching temperatures of up to 23 °F and cooling to about 14 °F in the evening. Gentle breezes are expected across Santa Cruz Today, with speeds reaching around 13 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 23%.
23° / 15°
Temp
23%
Rain
13 km/h
Wind
86%
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 | 06:17 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 | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 08:10 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 15.7° | 15.8° | 15.7° | 15.4° | 15.1° | 15.1° | 15° | Sunrise | 14.8° | 15.1° | 15.9° | 16.9° | 17.9° | 18.3° | 20.1° | 21.7° | 22.7° | 23.3° | 23.3° | 22.3° | 19.8° | 17° | Sunset | 16.2° | 15.7° | 15.2° | |
| wind speed | 2 km/h | 3 km/h | 1 km/h | 0 km/h | 1 km/h | 0 km/h | 0 km/h | 1 km/h | 3 km/h | 4 km/h | 7 km/h | 11 km/h | 12 km/h | 11 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 199° | 158° | 212° | 217° | 16° | 330° | 289° | 286° | 214° | 234° | 227° | 216° | 214° | 219° | 210° | 214° | 220° | 219° | 222° | 219° | 204° | 177° | 124° | 90° | |||
| wind direction | SSW | SSE | SSW | SW | NNE | NNW | WNW | WNW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SSW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SSW | S | SE | E | |||
| 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 | 34% | 34% | 33% | 34% | 32% | 31% | 33% | 34% | 34% | 32% | 28% | 24% | 19% | 10% | 7% | 6% | 6% | 6% | 7% | 10% | 13% | 17% | 9% | 9% | |||
| 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 | 92% | 93% | 94% | 97% | 93% | 92% | 94% | 98% | 98% | 93% | 88% | 85% | 83% | 76% | 73% | 69% | 69% | 71% | 73% | 81% | 87% | 91% | 80% | 81% | |||
| dew point | 14.4° | 14.7° | 14.8° | 14.9° | 14° | 13.8° | 14.1° | 14.5° | 14.7° | 14.8° | 14.9° | 15.4° | 15.4° | 15.8° | 16.7° | 16.8° | 17.3° | 17.7° | 17.3° | 16.4° | 14.8° | 14.7° | 12.3° | 11.9° | |||
| 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 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 99% | 89% | 71% | 34% | 11% | 10% | 7% | 5% | 5% | 14% | 13% | 29% | 0% | 0% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 0.8 | 2.3 | 4.4 | 6.8 | 8.7 | 9.5 | 9 | 7.3 | 5 | 2.7 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Santa Cruz today
The temperature today in Santa Cruz is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 23 °F, closely aligning with the historical average for August 6th.
temperatures
23 °F
rain
0.1 mm
wind
13 km/h
UV
Very High
Santa Cruz daylight overview ☀️
Today in Santa Cruz, The sun rises at 06:17 and sets at 20:10, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 53 minutes.
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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 23% 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 13 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 °F with a 23% 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 06:17 and set at 20:10 in Santa Cruz.
How accurate is the weather forecast 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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