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Los Ángeles Weather in May

May in Los Ángeles typically sees daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F). May falls within the rainy season, so heavy rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Los Ángeles in May

As part of the rainy season, Los Ángeles sees around 8 days of rain in May, with an average of 175 mm (6.9 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in Los Ángeles in May

If you're visiting Los Ángeles in May, expect highs of 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows around 6°C (43°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Los Ángeles Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 175 mm (6.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

Historical weather for Los Ángeles in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Los Ángeles spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Los Ángeles historical weather extremes in May

Our historical data for Los Ángeles spans 2005 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

  • The hottest May day on record in Los Ángeles reached 23°C (73°F) (May 12, 2023).
  • On May 30, 2017, Los Ángeles saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 5°C (41°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to -5°C (23°F) on May 25, 2017, marking the coldest May night on record.

Best Places in Chile in May

Find out more about the weather in Chile and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Chile in May →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Los Ángeles in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.

What To Do in Los Ángeles in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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