Mild
Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
October verdict
Santa Barbara, California, United States in October
Weather score57Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 7.9h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 12mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
23°C
Rain
12mm
Sun
7.9h
Sea
18°C
Weather score
57
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 12mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 7.9h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 18°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Santa Barbara, California, United States with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October23°C average high
October sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJuly to October
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
October12mm average rain
October sits on the drier side of Santa Barbara's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsMay to October
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October7.9 hours average sun
October sits close to Santa Barbara's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsApril to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October18°C average sea
October is one of Santa Barbara's warmest sea months, when swimming comfort is usually strongest.
Warmest seaJuly to October
Sea temperatures are usually near 17°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October57 weather score
October scores above Santa Barbara's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.
Best weather monthsJune to September
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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