September weather forecast
Capitola, CA

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The beach and a long wooden pier on the calm blue waters in Capitola, California
The beach and a long wooden pier on the calm blue waters in Capitola, California

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Capitola, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73°F (22.8°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

During August and September, Capitola registers its highest temperatures, averaging a high of 73°F (22.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Capitola is 70%.

Rainfall

In Capitola, in September, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Capitola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.9 days and collects up to 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

August and September, with an average ocean temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C), are months with the warmest seawater in Capitola.
Note: Swimming in 58.1°F (14.5°C) at temperatures under 50°F (10°C) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 55.4°F (13°C) feels frosty.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:52 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Capitola are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Capitola?

August and September in Capitola are characterised by peak temperatures, with an average high of 73°F (22.8°C).

What is the usual temperature for Capitola in September?

September temperatures in Capitola vary between a high-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) and a low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Capitola?

In September, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in September in Capitola?

In Capitola, California, during September, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

When is the ocean warmest in Capitola?

The months with the warmest seawater are August and September, with an average ocean temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

How cold is the water in September in Capitola?

In September, the average ocean temperature in Capitola, California, is 58.1°F (14.5°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Capitola have in September?

The average day length in September in Capitola, California, is 12h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Capitola?

On the first day of September in Capitola, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:52 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Capitola?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 10.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Capitola?

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in September in Capitola?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Capitola, CA

Average temperature in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average high temperature in September: 73°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (45.5°F).

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Average pressure in September
Capitola, CA

Average pressure in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average pressure in September: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Capitola, CA

Average wind speed in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average wind speed in September: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in September
Capitola, CA

Average humidity in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average humidity in September: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in September
Capitola, CA

Average rainfall in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in September
Capitola, CA

Average rainfall days in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in September
Capitola, CA

Average sea temperature in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average sea temperature in September: 58.1°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.8°F).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Capitola, CA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Capitola, CA

Average sunshine days in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.4 days).

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Average UV index in September
Capitola, CA

Average UV index in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and November (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in September
Capitola, CA

Average cloud cover in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in September
Capitola, CA

Average visibility in September - Capitola, CA
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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