Santa Monica in September
Great time to visit
September might be Santa Monica's secret best month with peak weather and diminishing crowds. The ocean's at its warmest and you get consistent sunshine without summer's chaos.
Weather
September often brings Santa Monica's best weather as summer heat peaks while crowds start thinning. Marine layer becomes rare, giving you long sunny days. The ocean reaches its warmest temperatures of the year.
26°C high18°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$260/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Labor Day weekend events
- •Santa Monica Airport outdoor events
- •Fall festival season begins
September Tips
- •September often has the warmest ocean temperatures
- •Crowds drop significantly after Labor Day
- •Perfect month for all outdoor activities
All Months
Santa Monica Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
7/10
Families
9/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
4/10
Luxury
6/10
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