When to Go

Located on the coast of California, Santa Barbara County's climate is mild and sunny all year, with an average daytime temperature between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit (16 and 21 degrees Celsius). Summers in Santa Barbara are dry and warm. The rainy season begins in late fall and ends in early spring. The coastal areas of Santa Barbara are usually cooler than the inland regions by as much as 20 degrees Fahrenheit.