Best Time to Visit Los Angeles, California
United States · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Los Angeles is February to June and October to December, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. August is the hottest month, with average highs of 32°C (89°F), while February is the coldest, with lows around 9°C (48°F). Rain is heaviest in January, at about 82 mm (3.2 in), and lightest in June, at 1 mm (0.0 in).
Los Angeles weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C 66°F | 9°C 48°F | 82 mm | 6 | 61% | 6.2 | Excellent 9.1 |
| February | 19°C 67°F | 9°C 48°F | 75 mm | 6 | 63% | 7.1 | Excellent 9.3 |
| March | 20°C 69°F | 10°C 50°F | 53 mm | 6 | 65% | 7.5 | Excellent 10 |
| April | 23°C 73°F | 11°C 52°F | 17 mm | 2 | 63% | 9.5 | Excellent 10 |
| May | 25°C 76°F | 13°C 55°F | 8 mm | 2 | 63% | 10.8 | Excellent 10 |
| June | 28°C 82°F | 16°C 60°F | 1 mm | 0 | 57% | 12.4 | Excellent 10 |
| July | 31°C 88°F | 19°C 66°F | 2 mm | 0 | 51% | 12.9 | Excellent 8.1 |
| August | 32°C 89°F | 20°C 67°F | 4 mm | 0 | 48% | 12.6 | Good 7.7 |
| September | 31°C 87°F | 19°C 66°F | 4 mm | 1 | 51% | 11 | Excellent 8.3 |
| October | 28°C 82°F | 16°C 61°F | 11 mm | 2 | 51% | 9.4 | Excellent 10 |
| November | 23°C 74°F | 12°C 54°F | 23 mm | 3 | 51% | 7.7 | Excellent 10 |
| December | 19°C 66°F | 9°C 48°F | 72 mm | 6 | 59% | 6.1 | Excellent 9.4 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
The best time to visit Los Angeles is February to June and October to December, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Los Angeles?
August is the hottest month in Los Angeles, with an average high of 32°C (89°F).
What is the coldest month in Los Angeles?
February is the coldest month in Los Angeles, with an average low of 9°C (48°F).
What is the rainiest month in Los Angeles?
January is the wettest month, with about 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain. June is the driest, with 1 mm (0.0 in).
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