California (Los Angeles) · November
Low seasonUSA · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 20° (68°)13– (55–)28 (82) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 21° (70°)14– (57–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)31 (88) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)30 (86) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)32 (90) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)36 (97) | 26° (79°)19– (66–)34 (93) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)32 (90) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)8– (46–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)11– (52–)17 (63) | 17° (63°)14– (57–)19 (66) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)20 (68) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) |
☀️Sunshine | 7h UV 5 | 8h UV 6 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 14° (57°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 17° (63°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 18° (64°) | 17° (63°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d65mm (2.6") | 4d64mm (2.5") | 3d41mm (1.6") | 1d14mm (0.6") | 1d5mm (0.2") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d4mm (0.2") | 0d5mm (0.2") | 1d11mm (0.4") | 2d16mm (0.6") | 4d58mm (2.3") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
November is an acceptable travel month for California (Los Angeles) — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, September, and October offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F), cooling to 13°C (55°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 16 mm (0.6 in) total. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in November — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Autumn is the relaxed shoulder season: the summer crowds are gone, the sea is still mild by Pacific standards and the evening light turns the coast golden. Hot days still occur, but in November the nights cool noticeably and the first rain fronts pass through.
Packing list for California (Los Angeles) in November
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is November a good time to visit California (Los Angeles)?
- November is not an optimal month for California (Los Angeles) (Score: 70/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in California (Los Angeles) in November?
- In November, California (Los Angeles) sees daily highs of 23°C (73°F). Nights cool to 13°C (55°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F).
- How much rain falls in California (Los Angeles) in November?
- In November, California (Los Angeles) receives an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does California (Los Angeles) get in November?
- California (Los Angeles) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in November — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in California (Los Angeles) in November?
- Water temperature in California (Los Angeles) in November averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
