Normal 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.
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.
Santa Barbara in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
24°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
22°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
15 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
3 days | 14 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Santa Barbara with warm temperatures, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights close to 14°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature rises to around 26°C, with nights close to 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Santa Barbara will be around 24°C, with nights close to 12°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Santa Barbara is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit on the chilly side.
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?
Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in Santa Barbara. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Santa Barbara in October
With 36°C, Santa Barbara hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Santa Barbara
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Santa Barbara, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Santa Barbara
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Santa Barbara, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 3 days of rain 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 years.
Total Precipitation in October in Santa Barbara Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Santa Barbara, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Santa Barbara
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Average Weather in Santa Barbara by Month
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