The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Weather

Pleasant year-round temperatures mean there's really no off-season in Santa Barbara, at least as far as the weather is concerned. Temperatures average in the mid-60s F/18 C to the mid-70s F/24 C. During the summer months, temperatures can reach the mid-80s F/25 C, making it a good time to go to the beach. Winter temperatures are generally a few degrees cooler, but the weather never seems to be too hot or too cold, although the temperature tends to dip in the evenings. Be aware that's not always the case inland and in the mountains, where temperatures can be significantly higher during the day. Santa Barbara averages 18 in/46 cm of rainfall a year.