🇺🇸 Los Angeles vs New York 🇺🇸

Los Angeles, United States vs New York, 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 92 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Los Angeles🇺🇸 New York
Avg annual high24°C17°C
Hottest monthJuly (28°C)July (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (9°C low)January (-3°C low)
Rainy days / year32124
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitApril, May, NovemberMay, September, October

🇺🇸 Los Angeles

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

🇺🇸 New York

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (30°C), coldest lows in January (-3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Los Angeles or New York warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Los Angeles or New York?

New York is rainier — Los Angeles sees about 92 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Los Angeles vs New York?

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

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