Did Santa Cruz, CA flood recently?

Yes, in January 2023, an atmospheric river caused the San Lorenzo River to flood downtown for the first time in decades, closing the boardwalk area for weeks and damaging the historic pier.

What is Santa Cruz, California's record high temperature?

Santa Cruz's record high is 108°F from 1961, reached only during intense offshore flow events that displace the marine layer entirely.

What is Santa Cruz, California's record low temperature?

Santa Cruz's record low is 20°F.

Does Santa Cruz, CA get a lot of rain?

The surrounding Santa Cruz Mountains receive some of the heaviest winter rainfall in the state, driven by intense atmospheric river events in winter and spring.

Weather in Santa Cruz, CA

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Santa Cruz, CA Weather