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Santa Cruz Island in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Santa Cruz Island in August 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether August is a good month to travel to Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos Islands.

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Santa Cruz Island in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Santa Cruz Island in August in summary
Favourable weather
Min 21°C Max 22°C 2 mm 0 day(s) 87% 47% 23°C UV 6 10.2 h/day
Best activities in August
Hiking and trekking
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 06:03 18:08
Hourly weather

Average weather in Santa Cruz Island in August 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Santa Cruz Island in August 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in August. This allows you to forecast the weather in August 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

From 1st to 31 August 2027
0h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
17 days out of 31 (54%)
21.3°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
3h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
17 days out of 31 (54%)
21.2°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Clear/Sunny
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
6h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
15 days out of 31 (48%)
21.1°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
12 days out of 31 (38%)
Clear/Sunny
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
9h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
14 days out of 31 (45%)
21.7°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
14 days out of 31 (45%)
Clear/Sunny
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
12h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
18 days out of 31 (58%)
22.2°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Clear/Sunny
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 31 (3%)
15h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
18 days out of 31 (58%)
22.2°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
18h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
18 days out of 31 (58%)
21.7°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Cloudy
5 days out of 31 (16%)
21h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
17 days out of 31 (54%)
21.3°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Cloudy
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
Climate

Climate of Santa Cruz Island in August

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Santa Cruz Island in August.

Temperatures and rain in Santa Cruz Island in August

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in August.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of August is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Santa Cruz Island in August

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Santa Cruz Island in August

Check the seasonal normals in Santa Cruz Island in August and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
August
Weather data July August September
Outside temperature
Average temperature 22.8°C 21.7°C 21.4°C
Maximum temperature 23.4°C 22.4°C 22.1°C
Minimum temperature 22.2°C 21.1°C 20.8°C
Record maximum temperature 27.0°C
(2015)
 25.0°C
(2015)
 25.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 18.0°C
(2020)
 17.0°C
(2019)
 18.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
 31 day(s)
(100%)
 30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 22.5°C 21.7°C 21.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 20.8°C 20.0°C 19.5°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 23.8°C 23.3°C 23.4°C
Wind
Wind speed 24 km/h 24 km/h 23 km/h
Wind temperature 22.2°C 21.1°C 20.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 3.2 mm 2.3 mm 2.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 2 day(s)
(6%)
 1 day(s)
(3%)
 2 day(s)
(7%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
Record precipitation in one day 3.0 mm
(2010)
 2.3 mm
(2010)
 1.0 mm
(2011)
Other weather data
Humidity 86% 87% 88%
Visibility 9.9 km 9.9 km 9.9 km
Cloud cover 45% 47% 50%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 10h 10h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h05 06h03 05h53
Sunset time 18h10 18h08 18h00
Day length 12h05 12h05 12h07
Our opinion on the climate in August
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Santa Cruz Island in August?

Best activities in August
Hiking and trekking
Possible activities in August
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Santa Cruz Island in August last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Santa Cruz Island in August 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
21°C25°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
20°C24°C0.0 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
21°C25°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
21°C24°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
20°C24°C0.0 mm
7
Overcast
22°C25°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
21°C26°C0.0 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
10
Overcast
21°C24°C0.0 mm
11
Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
21°C25°C0.0 mm
14
Cloudy
22°C25°C0.0 mm
15
Partly Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
21°C24°C0.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
21°C23°C0.0 mm
19
Overcast
20°C23°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
20°C24°C0.0 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
21°C24°C0.0 mm
22
Cloudy
20°C24°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
20°C23°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
20°C23°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
20°C23°C0.0 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
20°C23°C0.0 mm
27
Overcast
20°C23°C0.0 mm
28
Cloudy
20°C24°C0.0 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
20°C23°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
20°C23°C0.0 mm
31
Partly Cloudy
20°C23°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Santa Cruz Island in August?

Compare cities and destinations near Santa Cruz Island in August to find another travel stop, a nearby alternative or a logical continuation of your stay in Santa Cruz Island.

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Santa Cruz Island in August: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Santa Cruz Island in August, which places this month 8th out of 12.

Expect an average of 22°C during the day and 21°C at night, with about 2 mm of precipitation spread over 0 rainy days.

The sea is only 22°C on average in August. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 10.2 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Hiking and trekking. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 32/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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