California (Los Angeles) · October
Best travel monthTravel 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
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
October is among the best months in California (Los Angeles): only 1 rain day, 26°C (79°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 26°C (79°F), cooling to 17°C (63°F) at night (daily average: 21°C (70°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 12°C (54°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 11 mm (0.4 in) total. The sea is 18°C (64°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
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.
Events & Festivals
- Día de los Muertos at Hollywood Forever Cemeteryvaries (a Saturday in late October or early November)
For more than 20 years Hollywood Forever Cemetery has marked the Mexican Day of the Dead with dozens of decorated altars, a procession with Aztec dancers and music stages. The celebration runs from noon into the night and requires a ticket.
Packing list for California (Los Angeles) in October
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit California (Los Angeles)?
- Yes — October is one of the best months to visit California (Los Angeles) (Climate Score: 81/100). Pleasant temperatures (26°C (79°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in California (Los Angeles) in October?
- In October, California (Los Angeles) sees daily highs of 26°C (79°F). Nights cool to 17°C (63°F), with a daily average of 21°C (70°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 12°C (54°F).
- How much rain falls in California (Los Angeles) in October?
- In October, California (Los Angeles) receives an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does California (Los Angeles) get in October?
- California (Los Angeles) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in October — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in California (Los Angeles) in October?
- Water temperature in California (Los Angeles) in October averages 18°C (64°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
