United States Los Angeles Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Los Angeles is Good
December is Good for Los Angeles.
December is LA's wet-season start (60mm rainfall) and holiday tourism peak. December 23-January 2 is the priciest hotel window of the year — 2-3x normal rates at LA + Anaheim hotels.
Disneyland Holiday Season (mid-November to early January) decorates the park + Sleeping Beauty Castle in Christmas theme. Major nighttime fireworks shows.
Travel score
Los Angeles December Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
10°C
Rainy Days
6
60mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
55%
Comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
16°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
20°C
Nighttime
9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Disneyland Holiday Season decorations + fireworks
- Hollywood + Beverly Hills Christmas lights
- Beach Christmas tradition (warm enough for outdoor)
Cons
- December 23-January 2 — yearly peak hotel pricing 2-3x
- Wettest month of the year
- Short daylight (10h)
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas + NYE — peak holiday tourism
- Hollywood Christmas Sign + holiday lights
- Disneyland Holiday Season
Los Angeles in December — Full Picture
December is LA's wet-season start (60mm rainfall) and holiday tourism peak. December 23-January 2 is the priciest hotel window of the year — 2-3x normal rates at LA + Anaheim hotels.
Disneyland Holiday Season (mid-November to early January) decorates the park + Sleeping Beauty Castle in Christmas theme. Major nighttime fireworks shows.
Hollywood Christmas Parade (early December) + holiday lights at The Grove, Rodeo Drive, and Beverly Hills create LA's most-photographed Christmas backdrop. NYE fireworks at Universal Studios + Hollywood Bowl mark the year's end.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light jacket + sweater + jeans. Pack a packable rain jacket — December has 60mm rainfall across 6 days.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
24°C
12.7°C
3.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
17.3°C
0.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
26.7°C
14.7°C
2.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current20.3°C
9.7°C
6/mo
Los Angeles Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20° | 9° | 6d·73mm | 7.5h | 55% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 21° | 10° | 6d·80mm | 8h | 56% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| March (Best) | 22° | 11° | 5d·50mm | 9h | 56% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| April (Best) | 24° | 12° | 3d·18mm | 10h | 55% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 26° | 15° | 2d·5mm | 10.5h | 60% | 10 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 28° | 16° | 1d·3mm | 11h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 30° | 18° | 0d·1mm | 11.5h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 18° | 0d·1mm | 11h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 30° | 17° | 1d·6mm | 10.5h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 27° | 15° | 2d·16mm | 9.5h | 60% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 23° | 12° | 4d·30mm | 8.5h | 55% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 20° | 10° | 6d·60mm | 7h | 55% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
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Los Angeles December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles in December is Good. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in December?
Los Angeles December averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C.
Does it rain much in Los Angeles in December?
Los Angeles December averages 60mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Los Angeles in December?
Light jacket + sweater + jeans. Pack a packable rain jacket — December has 60mm rainfall across 6 days.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Los Angeles in December?
Los Angeles December sunrise is 06:46 and sunset is 16:43, with 9h 57m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Los Angeles in December?
Los Angeles December air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Los Angeles in December?
In December, Los Angeles is great for Disneyland Holiday Season, Hollywood + Beverly Hills lights, Holiday parade.
Is December peak season in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles December crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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