Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High32.2°C
Low7.0°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
United States Los Angeles, United States
The climate in Los Angeles is Mediterranean, with annual average temperatures spanning 19°C / 66°F during December up to 32°C / 90°F in August.
Rainfall averages about 29 mm / 1.1 inches per month, with the wettest conditions in February (82 mm / 3.2 inches) and the driest in July (2 mm / 0.08 inches).
Sun intensity varies throughout the year, with UV levels reaching 9 in July and falling to 4 in December; strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Expect approximately 14.4 hours of daylight during June and around 9.9 hours in December.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Los Angeles.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
82 mm
February carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (6.9)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
10 hrsto14 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
7 km/h
April is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
55 %to67 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Los Angeles, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Los Angeles compares
See how it ranks against the rest of United States for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in United States
#7 / 20
COOLEST (AVG)
in United States
#10 / 20
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in United States
#17 / 20
WINDIEST (AVG)
in United States
#19 / 20
HIGHEST UV
in United States
#11 / 20
MOST HUMID
in United States
#17 / 20
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Los Angeles, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Los Angeles feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 25°C (77°F), with nights near 12°C (54°F). Overall it feels warm by day and cool after dark. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Los Angeles for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Los Angeles?
UV tends to peak in July, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Los Angeles a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 7 km/h (4 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 46 km/h (29 mph). Overall it is it often feels breezy, especially in more exposed spots or along the coast.
How much daylight does Los Angeles get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.