Best Time to Visit Santa Monica
Best time to visit Santa Monica: April, May, June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Santa Monica
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. 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 Santa Monica 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 | 66° | 45° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 66° | 47° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 69° | 49° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 50° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 71° | 54° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 75° | 58° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 81° | 61° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 85° | 63° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 63° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 80° | 57° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 71° | 49° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 68° | 47° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Santa Monica compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Santa Monica.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area Code 310 | 0 mi | 63°F | about the same | 20 in |
| Santa Monica State Beach | 1 mi | 63°F | about the same | 18 in |
| ZIP Code 90291 | 2 mi | 62°F | 33°F cooler | 18 in |
| Venice | 3 mi | 62°F | 33°F cooler | 18 in |
| ZIP Code 90210 | 7 mi | 64°F | +33°F warmer | 21 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Santa Monica is a district in Los Angeles. Santa Monica is a district known for the pier and beachfront path.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Santa Monica with partly cloudy. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 61°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Santa Monica is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
The closest major airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Santa Monica State Beach, Hollywood Sign, Disneyland Resort and Channel Islands National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 72°F is 7.6°F below the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Santa Monica today at 9.7/10. 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 Santa Monica right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:52 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 70° / 65°
Overcast · 52% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 69° / 61°
Light showers · 57% rain · wind 9 mph
Things to do in Santa Monica
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Santa Monica.
Quick facts about Santa Monica
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 34°1′10.2″N 118°29′28.3″W (34.0195, -118.4912) |
| Known for | the pier and beachfront path |
| Local time | 4:52 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Santa Monica?
Santa Monica is a district in Los Angeles. Its coordinates are 34.0195, -118.4912. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Santa Monica right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 80% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Santa Monica?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Santa Monica, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Santa Monica in?
Santa Monica observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 4:52 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Santa Monica?
The closest airports are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 7 mi away, San Diego International Airport (SAN), 116 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 237 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Santa Monica?
Popular options include Santa Monica State Beach, Hollywood Sign, Disneyland Resort, Channel Islands National Park, Coronado Beach and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 October 28, 2026 at 4:52 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
