Los Angeles weather
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Los Angeles, in United States, has its warmest weather in August, when daytime temperatures average 31.9°C, while January nights are the coldest at around 7.6°C. The city sees roughly 483mm of rain a year; December is normally the wettest month and July the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 18.6° | 7.6° | 83mm | 6 |
| Feb | 20.1° | 7.9° | 96mm | 4 |
| Mar | 19.8° | 9° | 100mm | 10 |
| Apr | 23.5° | 11.1° | 25mm | 3 |
| May | 24.8° | 13.2° | 7mm | 2 |
| Jun | 27.9° | 15.4° | 9mm | 1 |
| Jul | 31.1° | 16.9° | 2mm | 0 |
| Aug | 31.9° | 17.9° | 18mm | 1 |
| Sep | 31.1° | 17.6° | 17mm | 2 |
| Oct | 28.2° | 15° | 6mm | 2 |
| Nov | 23.6° | 10.4° | 17mm | 2 |
| Dec | 19.5° | 8.5° | 103mm | 5 |
Seasons in Los Angeles
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in Los Angeles climb from 19.8°C in March to 24.8°C by May, while nights ease from 9°C to 13.2°C. The season brings around 132mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 30.3°C, peaking in August at 31.9°C. July is usually the driest of the summer months (2mm over ~0 rainy days). Around the June solstice, Los Angeles gets roughly 14.3 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 31.1°C in September to 23.6°C by November, with around 40mm of rain across the season.
Winter (December–February). Nights average 8.0°C, with January the coldest month (average low 7.6°C, daytime high 18.6°C). Expect about 15 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 9.7 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How Los Angeles compares
| Los Angeles | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 483mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 38 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 30.3°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 8.0°C | 3.4°C |
Los Angeles is about 54% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Los Angeles weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Los Angeles?
August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, with average daytime highs of 31.9°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 30.3°C.
What is the wettest month in Los Angeles?
December is usually the wettest month, with around 103mm of rain over roughly 5 rainy days. July is typically the driest (2mm).
How much does it rain in Los Angeles per year?
Los Angeles receives roughly 483mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 38 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Los Angeles?
Winter nights (December–February) in Los Angeles average around 8.0°C, with January typically the coldest month (average low 7.6°C).
When is the best time to visit Los Angeles for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Los Angeles. July is typically the driest of the warm months (2mm of rain), while August is the warmest, averaging 31.9°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 14 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Los Angeles's weather compare with the UK?
Los Angeles receives 483mm of rain a year, about 54% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 30.3°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 8.0°C versus 3.4°C.