Los Angeles in May
In May, Los Angeles averages 23°C (73°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night, with only about 1 rainy day.
High seasonConditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Skies are generally dry and clear.
May is a great month to visit Los Angeles: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.
How May compares to the rest of the year in Los Angeles
May is in the middle of the year for warmth in Los Angeles (6th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (8th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C below the annual average (24°C). May runs 1°C warmer than April (22°C) and warms a further 2°C into June (25°C).
May sunrise & sunset in Los Angeles
Times shown for Los Angeles local time (America/Los_Angeles), calculated for the 15th of May. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Los Angeles — May
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of May, in Los Angeles's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Los Angeles in May
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 May's tier (High season) and Los Angeles's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — May in Los Angeles
This is a busy month in Los Angeles — not the absolute peak, but tourist numbers are clearly elevated. You'll feel it at headline attractions on weekends and in the historic centre, though side streets and lesser-known sights stay manageable. Prices are above off-season but not at their summit. A good week for first-time visitors who want everything open without the worst of the crush.
Why this tier: excellent tourism weather
Sun & mosquito risk — May 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 — May
Across the year Los Angeles's sea swings from 14.5°C (February) to 21.2°C (August) — May sits at 16.4°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 May?
In May, Los Angeles averages a high of 23°C (73°F) and a low of 14°C (57°F) — generally mild and pleasant.
Does it rain a lot in Los Angeles in May?
May is generally dry in Los Angeles, with about 1 rainy day on average.
Is May a good time to visit Los Angeles?
May is mild and pleasant and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with mild and pleasant weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Los Angeles in May?
Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full May packing list for Los Angeles for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.