United States Los Angeles Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Los Angeles is Good
January is Good for Los Angeles.
January is LA's coolest month but still mild — 20°C daytime + 9°C nights. Wet season peak with 73mm rainfall across 6 days. Most rain comes in 1-2 day storms followed by 4-5 days of sun.
The Rose Parade (January 1 morning) draws 700,000+ spectators to Pasadena — Rose Bowl game follows in afternoon. Avoid Pasadena that day if not attending.
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Los Angeles January Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
9°C
Rainy Days
6
73mm total
Sunshine
7.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
55%
Comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
15°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
January 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
8°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotel prices declining 20-30% from holiday peak
- Mild + sunny most days
- Lightest tourist crowds outside Rose Bowl week
Cons
- LA's rainiest month (73mm)
- Sea too cold for swimming (15°C)
- Short days (10h daylight)
January Events & Festivals
- Rose Parade — January 1, Pasadena (90 min north of LA)
- Wet season peak
- Hotel prices declining from holiday peak
Los Angeles in January — Full Picture
January is LA's coolest month but still mild — 20°C daytime + 9°C nights. Wet season peak with 73mm rainfall across 6 days. Most rain comes in 1-2 day storms followed by 4-5 days of sun.
The Rose Parade (January 1 morning) draws 700,000+ spectators to Pasadena — Rose Bowl game follows in afternoon. Avoid Pasadena that day if not attending.
Hotel prices drop 20-30% from Christmas + NYE peak. The shoulder window for cost-conscious LA visits.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light jacket + long sleeves + jeans. Evening lows drop to 9°C — pack a sweater + scarf. Days mild + sunny, but it's the rainiest month so a packable rain jacket is sensible.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles in January is Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in January?
Los Angeles January averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C.
Does it rain much in Los Angeles in January?
Los Angeles January averages 73mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Los Angeles in January?
Light jacket + long sleeves + jeans. Evening lows drop to 9°C — pack a sweater + scarf. Days mild + sunny, but it's the rainiest month so a packable rain jacket is sensible.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Los Angeles in January?
Los Angeles January sunrise is 06:58 and sunset is 17:00, with 10h 02m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Los Angeles in January?
Los Angeles January air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Los Angeles in January?
In January, Los Angeles is great for Hollywood + Walk of Fame (light crowd), Getty Center, Museums (rainy day backup).
Is January peak season in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles January crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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