July weather forecast
Santa Barbara, CA

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Orange rooftops of the courthouse buildings of Santa Barbara in California, Pacific Ocean
Orange rooftops of the courthouse buildings of Santa Barbara in California, Pacific Ocean

Weather in July

July stands out as the warmest month in Santa Barbara, with an average high temperature soaring to 78.1°F (25.6°C) and a low of 61.2°F (16.2°C). Corresponding to high temperatures, the sea temperature hits its peak too, averaging 62.1°F (16.7°C). Despite the heat, rainfall remains scarce at only 0.24" (6mm) spread over a mere 3.3 days. July's heat begins to decline as August approaches, bringing slightly cooler nights.

Temperature

Santa Barbara sees the arrival of July with an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.1°F (25.6°C), indicating a subtle variation from June. During the nights in July, Santa Barbara experiences a consistent average temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Santa Barbara, California, during July, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Barbara, California, there are 43.7 rainfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are July and August, with an average ocean temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Santa Barbara, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Santa Barbara are June and July, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in July leads to these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are July temperatures in Santa Barbara?

The average high-temperature, in July, in Santa Barbara, is 78.1°F (25.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Santa Barbara?

In Santa Barbara, the average relative humidity in July is 61%.

How many days does it rain in July in Santa Barbara?

In Santa Barbara, in July, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean warmest in Santa Barbara?

The months with the warmest seawater in Santa Barbara, California, are July and August, with an average ocean temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

What is the ocean temperature in July in Santa Barbara?

In July, the average ocean temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). For most, swimming in 62.2°F (16.8°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in July in Santa Barbara?

The average day length in July is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July in Santa Barbara?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Santa Barbara, California, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm PDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Santa Barbara?

The months with the most sunshine in Santa Barbara are June and July, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Barbara have in July?

The average sunshine duration in July in Santa Barbara is 12h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Santa Barbara?

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Barbara, California.

What is the UV index reading in July in Santa Barbara?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Barbara is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average temperature in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average high temperature in July: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (60.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (47.7°F).

Average pressure in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average pressure in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average pressure in July: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average wind speed in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average wind speed in July: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average humidity in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average humidity in July: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (56%).

Average rainfall in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average rainfall in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average rainfall in July: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average rainfall days in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average rainfall days in July: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

Average sea temperature in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average sea temperature in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average sea temperature in July: 62.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (55.7°F).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 12h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average sunshine days in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average sunshine days in July: 25.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.6 days).

Average UV index in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average UV index in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average cloud cover in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average cloud cover in July: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in July
Santa Barbara, CA

Average visibility in July - Santa Barbara, CA
  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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