United StatesThe weather in August in Santa Barbara
It's warm in August in Santa Barbara with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 17°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Santa Barbara. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Santa Barbara, California. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2015, Santa Barbara reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santa Barbara is 19°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 1 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Santa Barbara
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa Barbara. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Santa Barbara | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 1 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Santa Barbara with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 25°C, with nights around 17°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Santa Barbara is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Santa Barbara, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Santa Barbara
Temperature in August in Santa Barbara over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Santa Barbara, California. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Santa Barbara
Total precipitation in August in Santa Barbara over the years
Daily UV index in August in Santa Barbara
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Santa Barbara, 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.
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Average weather in Santa Barbara by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santa Barbara. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.