Newport vs Santa Cruz, California in August

Newport and Santa Cruz, California are nearly tied in August — 86 vs 87 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Newport is hot, a little rain, muggy air; Santa Cruz, California is warm, dry, clean air.

Newport vs Santa Cruz, CaliforniaAugust climate, side by side

NewportSanta Cruz, California
Comfort score86/100 (A)87/100 (A)
Feels-like high30°C25°C
Avg high / low27° / 18°25° / 11°
Rainfall66 mm1 mm
Rainy days61
Humidity80%80%
Air quality (AQI)5231

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

Newport vs Santa Cruz, California in August — FAQ

Is August better in Newport or Santa Cruz, California?
Newport and Santa Cruz, California are nearly tied in August — 86 vs 87 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Newport is hot, a little rain, muggy air; Santa Cruz, California is warm, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Newport vs Santa Cruz, California in August?
In August, Newport averages 27°C high / 18°C low with about 66 mm of rain; Santa Cruz, California averages 25°C high / 11°C low with about 1 mm.