Los Angeles weather in December (California, United States of America)
Curious about the December weather in Los Angeles? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In December, Los Angeles generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 18°C. But by evening, they drop to around 9°C. While this is the time of year with slightly cooler averages, it remains comfortably warm.
Los Angeles in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Typically around 8 days of rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 220 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Los Angeles. January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Los Angeles climate page with graphs.
Los Angeles, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Water Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
27%
Precipitation
61 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
52%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
220 hours
Percentage Sunshine
71%
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Los Angeles in December?
For visitors traveling to Los Angeles, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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