City in California, United States
Los Angeles weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Los Angeles
Spring and fall are warm and clear. Late May–June has 'June Gloom' marine fog on the coast; Jul–Sep is hot inland; Jan–Feb is rainiest. Wildfire risk Aug–Dec.
Los Angeles weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan19°73 mm
- Feb19°75 mm
- Mar21°42 mm
- Apr23°19 mm
- May25°9 mm
- Jun28°1 mm
- Jul32°2 mm
- Aug32°1 mm
- Sep31°3 mm
- Oct27°17 mm
- Nov23°25 mm
- Dec19°65 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C67°F | 9°C48°F | 73 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| February | 19°C67°F | 9°C48°F | 75 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| March | 21°C70°F | 10°C50°F | 42 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C73°F | 11°C52°F | 19 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C78°F | 14°C56°F | 9 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 16°C61°F | 1 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C89°F | 19°C67°F | 2 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| August | 32°C90°F | 20°C67°F | 1 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
| September | 31°C88°F | 19°C66°F | 3 mm | 50% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C81°F | 16°C60°F | 17 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| November | 23°C73°F | 12°C53°F | 25 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| December | 19°C66°F | 9°C48°F | 65 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Scottsdale | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Los Angeles?
Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Spring and fall are warm and clear. Late May–June has 'June Gloom' marine fog on the coast; Jul–Sep is hot inland; Jan–Feb is rainiest. Wildfire risk Aug–Dec.
When is the rainy season in Los Angeles?
Rain peaks in February with about 75 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Los Angeles?
August, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Los Angeles get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging 9°C (48°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- LA Metro (fares and maps)
- Los Angeles International Airport
- Discover Los Angeles (tourism board)
- LA Department of Water and Power
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.