District in Los Angeles

Downtown Los Angeles Climate and Average Weather

Climate of Downtown Los Angeles: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.

☀️ 80°F now🕔 10:37 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October

Climate in Downtown Los Angeles month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January67°46°2,1 in★★★★
February67°48°6,5 in★★★☆☆
March73°51°2,0 in★★★★
April74°53°0,6 in★★★★★
May77°57°0,1 in★★★★★
June82°60°0,1 in★★★★★
July88°64°0,0 in★★★★★
August90°64°0,9 in★★★★★
September86°64°1,0 in★★★★★
October82°58°0,8 in★★★★★
November73°52°3,1 in★★★★
December69°49°4,5 in★★★☆☆

Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

Recent extremes in Downtown Los Angeles

Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.

Hottest day114°FSep 6, 2024
Coldest night36°FJan 8, 2024
Wettest day3,6 inFeb 5, 2024

How Downtown Los Angeles compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Downtown Los Angeles.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
Los Angeles County1 mi65°Fabout the same22 in
ZIP Code 900015 mi65°Fabout the same19 in
Hollywood6 mi64°F33°F cooler20 in
Hollywood Sign8 mi62°F35°F cooler24 in
ZIP Code 9021010 mi64°F33°F cooler22 in

Best time to visit Downtown Los Angeles

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.

January★★★★
February★★★☆☆
March★★★★
April★★★★★
May★★★★★
June★★★★★
July★★★★★
August★★★★★
September★★★★★
October★★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★☆☆

What this means for Downtown Los Angeles

Compared with normal

Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is in line with the 90°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.

Travel and driving

No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 51°F.

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
Worth avoiding
  • Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Downtown Los Angeles is a district in Los Angeles. Downtown Los Angeles is a district known for Arts District and Grand Central Market.

Right now it is 80°F (26°C) in Downtown Los Angeles with clear sky. It feels like 83°F. Today runs from 71°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Downtown Los Angeles 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 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.

The closest major airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica State Beach, Disneyland Resort and Channel Islands National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is in line with the 90°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 Downtown Los Angeles today at 9.8/10. 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.

Quick facts about Downtown Los Angeles

TypeDistrict
CityLos Angeles
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates34°2′26.5″N 118°14′48.5″W (34.0407, -118.2468)
Known forArts District and Grand Central Market
Local time10:37 AM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Downtown Los Angeles?

Downtown Los Angeles is a district in Los Angeles. Its coordinates are 34.0407, -118.2468. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Downtown Los Angeles right now?

It is currently 80°F (26°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 66% and wind is 8 mph.

When is the best time to visit Downtown Los Angeles?

April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Downtown Los Angeles, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Downtown Los Angeles in?

Downtown Los Angeles observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 10:37 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Downtown Los Angeles?

The closest airports are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 12 mi away, San Diego International Airport (SAN), 109 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 225 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Downtown Los Angeles?

Popular options include Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica State Beach, Disneyland Resort, Channel Islands National Park, Coronado Beach and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
Official alertsUS National Weather Service.
MethodScores, 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 10:37 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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