Los Angeles in July
In July, Los Angeles averages 28°C (82°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night, with only about 0 rainy days.
Peak seasonConditions are warm and beach-friendly. Skies are generally dry and clear.
July is a great month to visit Los Angeles: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.
How July compares to the rest of the year in Los Angeles
July is one of the warmest months in Los Angeles (1st of 12) and one of the driest months (11th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 4°C above the annual average (24°C). July runs 3°C warmer than June (25°C) and stays flat into August.
July sunrise & sunset in Los Angeles
Times shown for Los Angeles local time (America/Los_Angeles), calculated for the 15th of July. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Los Angeles — July
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of July, in Los Angeles's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Los Angeles in July
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on July's tier (Peak season) and Los Angeles's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — July in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.
Why this tier: excellent tourism weather Northern Hemisphere summer holidays
Sun & mosquito risk — July in Los Angeles
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
Sea temperature in Los Angeles — July
Across the year Los Angeles's sea swings from 14.5°C (February) to 21.2°C (August) — July sits at 20.2°C.
Los Angeles in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 79 mm | 6 | 0 |
| February | 20°C / 68°F | 10°C / 50°F | 91 mm | 6 | 0 |
| March | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 56 mm | 5 | 0 |
| April | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 23 mm | 3 | 0 |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 16°C / 61°F | 2 mm | 0 | 0 |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 0 mm | 0 | 0 |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 2 mm | 0 | 0 |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| October | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 13 mm | 2 | 0 |
| November | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 28 mm | 3 | 0 |
| December | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 56 mm | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Los Angeles in July?
In July, Los Angeles averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 18°C (64°F) — generally warm.
Does it rain a lot in Los Angeles in July?
July is generally dry in Los Angeles, with about 0 rainy days on average.
Is July a good time to visit Los Angeles?
July is warm and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Los Angeles in July?
Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full July packing list for Los Angeles for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.