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Santa Cruz weather essentials

Month
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Jul
80°F 26°C
57°F 13°C
Aug
81°F 27°C
57°F 13°C
Sep
79°F 26°C
55°F 12°C
Oct
72°F 22°C
50°F 10°C
Nov
62°F 16°C
45°F 7°C
Dec
58°F 14°C
40°F 4°C
Friday
10 Jul
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76°F 24°C
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52°F 11°C
Saturday
11 Jul
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77°F 25°C
Lo:
52°F 11°C
Sunday
12 Jul
Hi:
76°F 24°C
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54°F 12°C
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Things to Do: Entertainment and amusement

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 28 attractions in Santa Cruz

 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Fun in the Sun The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk has been a popular destination for more than 100 years.  There are a variety of rides to enjoy. Take a thrill ride on the...

Attraction type: Wharf/pier/boardwalk; Historic site; Amusement/theme park
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Stagnaro Fishing Charters & Whale Watching Cruises
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 28 attractions in Santa Cruz
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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Santa Cruz Main Beach
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 28 attractions in Santa Cruz

This popular beach, with killer waves, is known as one of the top surfing spots in the world.

Attraction type: Beach; Wharf/pier/boardwalk; Amusement/theme park
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Seymour Marine Discovery Center
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 28 attractions in Santa Cruz

See a wide variety of marine animals at the University of Californias research lab.

Attraction type: Aquarium; Science museum
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Mystery Spot
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 28 attractions in Santa Cruz

This enigmatic place draws curious visitors who come to witness its gravity-defying properties.

Attraction type: Mysterious site
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University of California at Santa Cruz
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 28 attractions in Santa Cruz

The Santa Cruz campus offers an attractive blend of notable architecture and panoramic views.

Attraction type: Educational site
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Adventure Sports Unlimited
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 28 attractions in Santa Cruz
Attraction type: Educational site; Tour
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Cave Train

A popular kiddie ride at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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