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Santa Barbara

Visit in June — score 95/100 · avg high 86°F · 1 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

71°/41°F
22 rain days
9.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

71°/41°F
18 rain days
10.8h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

73°/42°F
17 rain days
11.7h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

77°/44°F
6 rain days
12.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

80°/47°F
2 rain days
13.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

#1
86°/52°F
1 rain days
14.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

#2
90°/57°F
0 rain days
14.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

#3
90°/58°F
0 rain days
13.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

91°/55°F
1 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

86°/51°F
4 rain days
11.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

80°/46°F
8 rain days
10.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

72°/41°F
21 rain days
9.7h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January1454°71°41°22879.9hHighAverage
February2454°71°41°187310.8hHighAverage
March2955°73°42°176711.7hHighAbove avg
April6457°77°44°62412.9hHighAverage
May8461°80°47°2913.8hModerateBelow avg
June9567°86°52°1314.3hModerateBelow avg
July9571°90°57°0114.1hModerateBelow avg
August9571°90°58°0213.3hModerateBelow avg
September9570°91°55°1512.2hModerateBelow avg
October7965°86°51°41711.1hModerateAverage
November5959°80°46°83110.2hModerateAverage
December1454°72°41°21839.7hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
59/100
High
77°F
Low
44°F
Rain days
8/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Santa Barbara (March, April, May) brings average highs of 77°F and lows of 44°F, with about 8 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 59/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 84/100.

Summer

Score
95/100
High
89°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
1/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Santa Barbara (June, July, August) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 56°F, with about 1 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 95/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 95/100.

Fall

Score
78/100
High
86°F
Low
51°F
Rain days
4/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Santa Barbara (September, October, November) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 51°F, with about 4 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 78/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 95/100.

Winter

Score
17/100
High
71°F
Low
41°F
Rain days
20/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Santa Barbara (December, January, February) brings average highs of 71°F and lows of 41°F, with about 20 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 17/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 24/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Santa Barbara?
The best month to visit Santa Barbara is September, with an overall travel score of 95/100. Expect average highs of 91°F, about 1 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Santa Barbara expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Santa Barbara are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Santa Barbara in December?
December in Santa Barbara has average highs of 72°F and lows of 41°F, with approximately 21 rainy days and 9.7 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 14/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Santa Barbara?
The most affordable time to visit Santa Barbara is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is January (score: 14/100).

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