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Best time to visit Los Angeles
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
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Best time to visit Los Angeles, United States
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
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| January | 14-20°C, mild with occasional rain. | low | low |
⚠ Occasional "King Tides" can affect coastal areas. | |
| February | 15-21°C, generally sunny with scattered showers. | low | low |
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| March | 16-22°C, pleasant with increasing sunshine. | low | low |
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| April | 17-23°C, sunny and mild. | moderate | moderate |
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| May | 19-24°C, warm and sunny. | moderate | moderate |
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| June | 20-26°C, warm with coastal "June Gloom" fog. | high | high |
⚠ "June Gloom" can obscure coastal views until late morning. | |
| July | 22-28°C, hot and sunny inland, cooler at the coast. | peak | peak |
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| August | 23-29°C, hottest month, very dry. | peak | peak |
⚠ Extreme heat waves are possible, especially inland. | |
| September | 22-28°C, still hot but cooling slightly, less fog. | high | high |
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| October | 20-26°C, pleasant and sunny. | moderate | moderate |
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| November | 17-23°C, mild with increasing chances of rain. | moderate | moderate |
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| December | 14-20°C, cool with more frequent rain. | high | high |
⚠ Winter storms can impact travel. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
February
Golden Dragon Parade
A vibrant Lunar New Year celebration in Chinatown.
March
LA Art Show
One of the largest and longest-running art fairs in the US.
May
Cinco de Mayo Celebrations
Festivals and events across the city, particularly in East LA.
June
Hollywood Bowl Season
The iconic outdoor amphitheater hosts a summer-long series of concerts.
September
LA County Fair
A massive fair with rides, food, exhibits, and entertainment.
October
Taste of Downtown LA
A culinary festival showcasing the city's diverse food scene.
October
DTLA Art Walk
Monthly event featuring open galleries and studios in the Downtown LA Arts District.
December
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremonies
Various locations across the city host festive tree lighting events.
Insider timing tips
- •The coastal "June Gloom" phenomenon can mean overcast mornings well into July, especially west of Downtown.
- •While summer is peak season, September and October often offer the best combination of warm weather and fewer crowds than July/August.
- •Wildfire season, while not confined to specific months, can impact air quality from late summer through fall.
- •Los Angeles's sprawling nature means driving times can be significant regardless of the season; factor this into daily planning.
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