The month in detail
What to expect in February
In February, Los Angeles sees 19°C during the day with 7.9h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (16% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (9.6/10) remains theoretically better.
February ranks 10 out of 12 months in Los Angeles. Compared to January: +0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
4°
Sea
14°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 39
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Los Angeles is July (9.6/10), 1.8 pt higher than February.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 18°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 19%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Where is Los Angeles ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
Temperate oceanic climate with a 9.6 → 7.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
34.05°N · 118.24°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
June is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 9.2h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days. The months of June & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Los Angeles get in June?
Los Angeles averages 9.2 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Los Angeles?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Los Angeles in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Los Angeles good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Los Angeles scores 7.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Los Angeles?
January is the most difficult month to visit Los Angeles, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Los Angeles in February?
In February, the sea averages 14°C in Los Angeles: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Los Angeles in February?
The average UV index reaches 4 in February in Los Angeles (moderate), with about 10.8h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.


