Destin vs Santa Barbara in August

Santa Barbara is the better pick in August — 93 vs 76 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Santa Barbara is warm, dry, clean air, while Destin is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Destin vs Santa BarbaraAugust climate, side by side

DestinSanta Barbara
Comfort score76/100 (B)93/100 (S)
Feels-like high39°C28°C
Avg high / low33° / 26°26° / 16°
Rainfall173 mm3 mm
Rainy days131
Humidity82%62%
Air quality (AQI)7337

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Destin vs Santa Barbara in August — FAQ

Is August better in Destin or Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara is the better pick in August — 93 vs 76 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Santa Barbara is warm, dry, clean air, while Destin is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Destin vs Santa Barbara in August?
In August, Destin averages 33°C high / 26°C low with about 173 mm of rain; Santa Barbara averages 26°C high / 16°C low with about 3 mm.