🇺🇸 Detroit vs Los Angeles 🇺🇸

Detroit, United States vs Los Angeles, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Los Angeles is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. Los Angeles is drier, with roughly 168 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Detroit🇺🇸 Los Angeles
Avg annual high14°C24°C
Hottest monthJuly (28°C)July (28°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-7°C low)January (9°C low)
Rainy days / year20032
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Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberApril, May, November

🇺🇸 Detroit

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (28°C), coldest lows in February (-7°C).

🇺🇸 Los Angeles

Best around April, May, November. Hottest in July (28°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Detroit or Los Angeles warmer?

Los Angeles is warmer overall, averaging about 10 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Detroit or Los Angeles?

Detroit is rainier — Los Angeles sees about 168 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Detroit vs Los Angeles?

Detroit is best around May, June, September; Los Angeles is best around April, May, November.

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