United StatesAverage weather for Santa Barbara in October
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.
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. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
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.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santa Barbara is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
In October, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Santa Barbara in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
28°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
22°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
15 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 13 days | |
September
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.
Is October a good time to visit Santa Barbara?
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.
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.
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Daily Temperature in October in Santa Barbara
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Santa Barbara, 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 October in Santa Barbara
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Santa Barbara, 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 October, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Santa Barbara.
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.
Temperature in October in Santa Barbara over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Santa Barbara, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Santa Barbara over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Santa Barbara, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Santa Barbara
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Average weather in Santa Barbara by month
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