Located on the USA's west coast and flanked by the Pacific Ocean, Los Angeles has a Mediterranean climate with mild, sunny and relatively dry weather for most of the year. It also boasts an average of 263 sunny days per year.
The temperatures get neither too hot nor too cold, with July through September and January being the warmest and coldest months respectively.
Does Los Angeles ever get cold?
Winter (December to February) in LA is the rainiest season, but February (the wettest month) still averages only 5 days of rain. While temperatures in winter can drop to 4°C, it rarely goes below that due to the Santa Ana winds.
If you travel to Los Angeles in winter, jeans/long pants and a sweater should suffice. You may also want to pack an umbrella in case it rains.
When is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is known for having great weather for most of the year. The best time to visit LA is usually during spring (March to May) when the weather is warm and sunny without being too hot. Regardless of when you travel, we recommend wearing sunscreen when you're out and about to protect you from the sun's UV rays.
Average temperatures in Los Angeles
Month | Average high | Average low |
March to May | 21°C | 10°C |
June to August | 26°C | 15°C |
September to November | 24°C | 12°C |
December to February | 18°C | 8°C |
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