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Santa Cruz weather essentials

Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Dec
58°F 14°C
40°F 4°C
Jan
57°F 13°C
41°F 5°C
Feb
58°F 14°C
43°F 6°C
Mar
63°F 17°C
44°F 6°C
Apr
66°F 18°C
46°F 7°C
May
72°F 22°C
51°F 10°C

Extended Forecast
Saturday
26 Dec
Hi:
61°F 16°C
Lo:
40°F 4°C
Sunday
27 Dec
Hi:
61°F 16°C
Lo:
40°F 4°C
Monday
28 Dec
Hi:
61°F 16°C
Lo:
36°F 2°C
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 31 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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Santa Cruz Main Beach
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 31 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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Mystery Spot
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 31 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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Santa Cruz Wharf
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 31 attractions in Santa Cruz
Attraction type: Wharf/pier/boardwalk
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West Cliff Drive
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 31 attractions in Santa Cruz
Attraction type: Street
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