Geography of Los Angeles
Geography of Los Angeles: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Los Angeles
Los Angeles County is 0 mi to the north, Disneyland Resort is 25 mi to the south-east, Orange County is 33 mi to the south-east and Riverside County is 49 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 34°3′7.9″N 118°14′37.3″W (34.0522, -118.2437)
Quick facts about Los Angeles
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 34°3′7.9″N 118°14′37.3″W (34.0522, -118.2437) |
| Population | 3.800.000 |
| Known for | Hollywood, beaches and museums |
| Local time | 2:03 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by attraction in Los Angeles
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by airport in Los Angeles
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by beach in Los Angeles
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Geography by district in Los Angeles
4 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Geography by zip / postal code in Los Angeles
3 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Geography by area code in Los Angeles
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Los Angeles is a city in California. Los Angeles is known for Hollywood, beaches and museums. It has a population of about 3.8 million.
Right now it is 67°F (20°C) in Los Angeles with clear. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 57°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit 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 92°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 October. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 82°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Los Angeles 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 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 | 67° | 46° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 67° | 48° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 73° | 51° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 74° | 53° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 77° | 57° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 82° | 60° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 88° | 64° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 92° | 66° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 87° | 65° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 82° | 58° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 73° | 52° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 69° | 49° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is a city in California. Its coordinates are 34.0522, -118.2437. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Los Angeles right now?
It is currently 67°F (20°C) with clear. Humidity is 78% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Los Angeles, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Los Angeles in?
Los Angeles observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 2:03 PM.
How many people live in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles has a population of approximately 3.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to 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), 224 mi away.
What are the top things to do in 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.
What places are in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles covers 11 places in this atlas, including Hollywood Sign, Los Angeles International Airport, Santa Monica State Beach, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood and Santa Monica.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 26, 2026 at 2:03 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
