Our verdict
The best time to visit Los Angeles is September-October
In the summer months, temperatures tend to get to a maximum of around 30℃ (87℉). The weather in the winter, especially around December, can reach a minimum of 6℃ (43℉).
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Los Angeles are usually in July, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Los Angeles in February. Head over there in June instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
Keep reading to find all the info you need (and none of the stuff you don’t) about the best times to go to Los Angeles. By the time you get to the bottom, you’ll be ready to start booking your trip.
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Los Angeles seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Los Angeles as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Los Angeles is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Los Angeles
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Los Angeles for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Los Angeles climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Los Angeles for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Los Angeles in January
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 53%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 43mm (2") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in January, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Los Angeles in February
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 58%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 44mm (2") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Los Angeles in March
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 59%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in March, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Los Angeles in April
- Average temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 58%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in April, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Los Angeles in May
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average humidity: 62%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 6mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in May, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Los Angeles in June
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average humidity: 66%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Los Angeles in July
- Average temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 62%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 5mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Los Angeles in August
- Average temperature: 23℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 59%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 2mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Los Angeles in September
- Average temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 57%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Los Angeles in October
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 54%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in October, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Los Angeles in November
- Average temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average humidity: 50%
- Average sunny days: 25 days
- Average rainfall: 16mm (1") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in November, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Los Angeles in December
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 54%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 39mm (2") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Los Angeles in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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