United StatesThe weather in October in Santa Barbara
It's warm in October in Santa Barbara with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 15°C.
Looking for great weather? October 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 October 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 36°C in 2017, Santa Barbara reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santa Barbara is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in October for Santa Barbara
Click on any day in October 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.
October weather comparison
| Santa Barbara | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 15 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Santa Barbara with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Santa Barbara is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October 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 October in Santa Barbara
Temperature in October in Santa Barbara over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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 October in Santa Barbara
Total precipitation in October in Santa Barbara over the years
Daily UV index in October in Santa Barbara
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.