Los Angeles in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Los Angeles (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 19.6°C and lows of 7.9°C, with around 249.1mm of rain across the season (15 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Los Angeles covers December, January, February.
Winter in Los Angeles month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 19.2°C | 8.5°C | 129.0mm | 7 | 9/10 |
| January | 18.7°C | 7.5°C | 85.5mm | 6 | 10/10 |
| February | 21.0°C | 7.7°C | 34.6mm | 2 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Los Angeles in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Light waterproof layer
- Light layers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Winter in Los Angeles rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 19.6°C with 249.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Los Angeles in winter?
Daytime highs average 19.6°C (67.3°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 7.9°C.
What months are winter in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Los Angeles · Los Angeles annual climate · Los Angeles in spring · Los Angeles in summer · Los Angeles in autumn
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Winter in Los Angeles — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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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.