Los Angeles Weather Forecast
Los Angeles weather: 77°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Los Angeles weather in December
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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 | 90° | 64° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 86° | 64° | 1,0 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).
Best time to visit 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- 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.
How Los Angeles compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Los Angeles.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County | 0 mi | 65°F | about the same | 22 in |
| Disneyland Resort | 25 mi | 65°F | about the same | 20 in |
| Orange County | 33 mi | 64°F | about the same | 16 in |
| Riverside County | 49 mi | 66°F | +33°F warmer | 15 in |
| Channel Islands National Park | 88 mi | 56°F | 40°F cooler | 15 in |
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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 77°F (25°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 64% and wind is 7 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 7:57 AM.
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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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 7:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
