Average weather for Santa Bárbara in August
It's hot in August in Santa Bárbara with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Santa Bárbara with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 27°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 27°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Santa Bárbara is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In August, there is an average of 246 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Santa Bárbara in August |
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32°C | 30°C | |
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32°C | 31°C | |
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31°C | -5°C | |
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246 mm | 79 mm | |
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15 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Santa Bárbara?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Santa Bárbara. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Santa Bárbara runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2023, Santa Bárbara reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 29°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Santa Bárbara
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Santa Bárbara, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Santa Bárbara
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Santa Bárbara, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Santa Bárbara.
Daily UV index in August in Santa Bárbara
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Santa Bárbara, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Santa Bárbara over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Santa Bárbara, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Santa Bárbara over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Santa Bárbara, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Santa Bárbara
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa Bárbara. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Santa Bárbara by month
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