Best Time to Visit Hollywood Sign
Best time to visit Hollywood Sign: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Hollywood Sign
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Hollywood Sign month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63° | 44° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 63° | 45° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 67° | 48° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 48° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 52° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 80° | 57° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 86° | 62° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 88° | 65° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 62° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 78° | 57° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 68° | 49° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 66° | 47° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Hollywood Sign compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hollywood Sign.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood | 3 mi | 64°F | +33°F warmer | 20 in |
| ZIP Code 90210 | 6 mi | 64°F | +34°F warmer | 22 in |
| Los Angeles County | 7 mi | 65°F | +35°F warmer | 22 in |
| Downtown Los Angeles | 8 mi | 65°F | +35°F warmer | 22 in |
| ZIP Code 90001 | 12 mi | 65°F | +35°F warmer | 19 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Hollywood Sign is a tourist attraction in Los Angeles. Hollywood Sign is a landmark known for the hillside letters above LA.
Right now it is 76°F (25°C) in Hollywood Sign with clear sky. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 65°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hollywood Sign is May, June, July and August. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
The closest major airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 14 mi away. Nearby highlights include Santa Monica State Beach, Disneyland Resort, Channel Islands National Park and Coronado Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 88°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Hollywood Sign today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Hollywood Sign right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:07 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☀️ 87° / 65°
Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
☀️ 91° / 65°
Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 11 mph
Things to do in Hollywood Sign
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hollywood Sign.
Quick facts about Hollywood Sign
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 34°8′2.8″N 118°19′17.4″W (34.1341, -118.3215) |
| Known for | the hillside letters above LA |
| Local time | 4:07 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hollywood Sign?
Hollywood Sign is a tourist attraction in Los Angeles. Its coordinates are 34.1341, -118.3215. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hollywood Sign right now?
It is currently 76°F (25°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 56% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hollywood Sign?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Hollywood Sign, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hollywood Sign in?
Hollywood Sign observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 4:07 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Hollywood Sign?
The closest airports are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 14 mi away, San Diego International Airport (SAN), 117 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 224 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hollywood Sign?
Popular options include Santa Monica State Beach, Disneyland Resort, Channel Islands National Park, Coronado Beach, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and Joshua Tree National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:07 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
