Los Angeles in May

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.

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Los Angeles weather in May

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C, with around 2 rainy days expected throughout the month.

✦ This is a recommended month to visit Los Angeles. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.

Average high
25°C
Average low
13°C
Rainy days
2 days
Best months to visit
April, May, June, July, September, October, November

What to do in Los Angeles in May

Whatever the weather, Los Angeles rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:

Beach days in Santa Monica Hollywood studio tours Hiking Griffith Park Museum visits Farmers market food crawls Scenic coastal drives

What to pack for May

Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.

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January
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
February
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
March
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
April
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May (you are here)
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
August
32C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
November
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
December
19C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

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