Extreme Heat Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously hot daytime conditions with high temperatures
between 95 and 105 common, except locally up to 108 in the hottest
locations.
* WHERE...Northern Ventura County Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat ill…
Heat Advisory
* WHAT...High temperatures mostly in the mid 80s to upper 90s below
6500 feet expected.
* WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Extreme Heat Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 100 to
110 expected.
* WHERE...Apple and Lucerne Valleys.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
Tomorrow in Los Angeles looks
sunny, with a high of 90°
and an overnight low of 73°.
Rain is unlikely (2% chance).
Winds top out near 10 mph,
and the UV index reaches 10 (very high).
Located in California, United States, Los Angeles experiences a semi-arid climate with big day-to-night temperature swings and modest rainfall. Afternoon temperatures peak near 90°F (32°C) in August and dip to about 66°F (19°C) in January, with around 15.9 inches (404 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Los Angeles weather: quick facts
Hottest month: August - highs near 90°F (32°C)
Coldest month: January - highs near 66°F (19°C)
Record high: 114°F (46°C) · Record low: 32°F (0°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: January (6 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (13.1 h sun/day)
Climate type:semi-arid - big day-to-night temperature swings and modest rainfall
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 90°F (32°C) and overnight lows stay near 65°F (18°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 66°F (19°C) and lows around 46°F (8°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 114°F (46°C) and dropped as low as 32°F (0°C).
Rain, sun and snow
January is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.5 inches (90 mm) of rain over 6 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.1 hours of sun a day.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Los Angeles brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (23°C) and nights around 52°F (11°C); rain falls on about 13 days over the three months.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Los Angeles is hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (31°C) and nights around 63°F (17°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Los Angeles runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 58°F (15°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Los Angeles is mild, with daytime highs averaging 67°F (20°C) and nights around 47°F (8°C); rain falls on about 16 days over the three months.
Average temperatures in Los Angeles by month
Monthly averages for Los Angeles based on 2015–2024 weather data.
August is the hottest month in Los Angeles, with average highs of 90°F (32°C) and overnight lows near 65°F (18°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 114°F (46°C).
What is the coldest month in Los Angeles?
January is the coldest month, with highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and lows around 46°F (8°C). The lowest reading in recent years was 32°F (0°C).
What is the rainiest month in Los Angeles?
January is typically the wettest month, averaging 3.5 inches (90 mm) of precipitation across about 6 days. July is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Los Angeles?
Snow is essentially absent in Los Angeles - the 2015–2024 record shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
The best time to visit Los Angeles is generally January to June, when temperatures are at their most comfortable before or after the peak heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 73°F (23°C).
How sunny is Los Angeles?
Los Angeles averages 10.5 hours of sunshine per day across the year. July is the sunniest month at about 13.1 hours of sun a day.
Is Los Angeles humid?
Relative humidity in Los Angeles averages about 61% over the year, which feels moderate. The most comfortable months tend to fall in the drier part of the year.