Los Angeles in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Los Angeles (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 30.2°C and lows of 16.8°C, with around 35.6mm of rain across the season (2 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Los Angeles covers June, July, August.
Summer in Los Angeles month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 27.9°C | 15.4°C | 11.6mm | 1 | 10/10 |
| July | 30.9°C | 16.9°C | 2.1mm | 0 | 10/10 |
| August | 31.8°C | 18.1°C | 21.9mm | 1 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Los Angeles in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Summer in Los Angeles rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 30.2°C with 35.6mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Los Angeles in summer?
Daytime highs average 30.2°C (86.4°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 16.8°C.
What months are summer in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Los Angeles · Los Angeles annual climate · Los Angeles in spring · Los Angeles in autumn · Los Angeles in winter
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Summer in Los Angeles — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.