County in California

Geography of Los Angeles County

Geography of Los Angeles County: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.

☁️ 73°F now🕔 8:26 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October👥 9.7 million

Geography of Los Angeles County

Latitude34.0522
Longitude-118.2437
HemisphereNorthern

Los Angeles is 0 mi to the north, Downtown Los Angeles is 1 mi to the south, ZIP Code 90001 is 5 mi to the south and Hollywood is 6 mi to the north-west.

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Coordinates: 34°3′7.9″N 118°14′37.3″W (34.0522, -118.2437)

Quick facts about Los Angeles County

TypeCounty
StateCalifornia
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates34°3′7.9″N 118°14′37.3″W (34.0522, -118.2437)
Population9.700.000
Local time8:26 AM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

Summary

Los Angeles County is a county in California. Los Angeles County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 9.7 million.

Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Los Angeles County with overcast. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 67°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Los Angeles County 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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is 4.9°F above 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. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Los Angeles County today at 9.9/10. 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.

Climate in Los Angeles County 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).

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Los Angeles County?

Los Angeles County is a county in California. Its coordinates are 34.0522, -118.2437. It lies in North America.

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

It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Los Angeles County?

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

What time zone is Los Angeles County in?

Los Angeles County observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:26 AM.

How many people live in Los Angeles County?

Los Angeles County has a population of approximately 9.7 million.

What is the nearest airport to Los Angeles County?

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), 224 mi away.

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

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 (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
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 22, 2026 at 8:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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