Best Time to Visit Los Angeles
The best months to visit Los Angeles are Apr, May, Nov. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Apr, May, Nov
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Los Angeles. Expect highs of 23°C to 24°C to 23°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
August
32°C high
Coldest Month
January
7°C low
Driest Month
July
0 rain days
Wettest Month
March
12 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 18°C / Low: 7°C
7 rain days
February
High: 18°C / Low: 8°C
10 rain days
March
High: 19°C / Low: 9°C
12 rain days
April
High: 23°C / Low: 10°C
2 rain days
May
High: 24°C / Low: 13°C
2 rain days
June
High: 27°C / Low: 15°C
1 rain days
July
High: 31°C / Low: 17°C
August
High: 32°C / Low: 18°C
2 rain days
September
High: 30°C / Low: 18°C
2 rain days
October
High: 28°C / Low: 15°C
2 rain days
November
High: 23°C / Low: 11°C
4 rain days
December
High: 20°C / Low: 9°C
5 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Los Angeles
Peak Season
April, May, November
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
March, June, October, December
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, July, August, September
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 18°C | 7°C | 7 | Off Season |
February | 18°C | 8°C | 10 | Off Season |
March | 19°C | 9°C | 12 | Shoulder Season |
April★ | 23°C | 10°C | 2 | Peak Season |
May★ | 24°C | 13°C | 2 | Peak Season |
June | 27°C | 15°C | 1 | Shoulder Season |
July | 31°C | 17°C | 0 | Off Season |
August | 32°C | 18°C | 2 | Off Season |
September | 30°C | 18°C | 2 | Off Season |
October | 28°C | 15°C | 2 | Shoulder Season |
November★ | 23°C | 11°C | 4 | Peak Season |
December | 20°C | 9°C | 5 | Shoulder Season |
Season Timeline
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