🇺🇸 Indianapolis vs Los Angeles 🇺🇸

Indianapolis, 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 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Los Angeles is drier, with roughly 99 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Indianapolis🇺🇸 Los Angeles
Avg annual high17°C24°C
Hottest monthJuly (29°C)July (28°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-5°C low)January (9°C low)
Rainy days / year13132
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberApril, May, November

🇺🇸 Indianapolis

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (29°C), coldest lows in January (-5°C).

🇺🇸 Los Angeles

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Indianapolis or Los Angeles warmer?

Los Angeles is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Indianapolis or Los Angeles?

Indianapolis is rainier — Los Angeles sees about 99 fewer rainy days per year.

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

Indianapolis is best around May, September, October; Los Angeles is best around April, May, November.

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