United States Los Angeles Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Los Angeles is Excellent
July is Excellent for Los Angeles.
July is peak summer — 30°C days, 18°C nights, sea at 20°C. School summer break + tourist peak combine for LA's most-crowded period. Hotel prices at yearly peak.
July 4 Independence Day fireworks happen across LA — Hollywood Bowl (with Pops Orchestra performance, ticketed $40-150), Marina del Rey (free harbor view), Santa Monica Pier (free beach view), Pacific Park.
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Los Angeles July Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
0
1mm total
Sunshine
11.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
Warm
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
20°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
45 μg/m³
PM10
90 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
31°C
Nighttime
18°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak beach + outdoor weather
- July 4 fireworks
- All attractions at full operation
Cons
- Hotel prices at yearly peak
- Theme parks at maximum capacity
- Heatwaves + smog peak
July Events & Festivals
- July 4 Independence Day — fireworks at Hollywood Bowl + Marina del Rey + Pacific Park
- Summer vacation peak
- Hottest beach month
Los Angeles in July — Full Picture
July is peak summer — 30°C days, 18°C nights, sea at 20°C. School summer break + tourist peak combine for LA's most-crowded period. Hotel prices at yearly peak.
July 4 Independence Day fireworks happen across LA — Hollywood Bowl (with Pops Orchestra performance, ticketed $40-150), Marina del Rey (free harbor view), Santa Monica Pier (free beach view), Pacific Park.
Valley + Downtown LA hit 35-40°C during heatwaves (1-week summer heatwaves common). Coastal LA stays cooler due to Pacific marine layer. Smog peaks summer afternoons.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts + shorts + swimwear + sun hat. Light layer for coastal evenings (still cool 18°C). Sunscreen SPF 50+ mandatory.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
24°C
12.7°C
3.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current29.7°C
17.3°C
0.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
26.7°C
14.7°C
2.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
20.3°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 July a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles in July is Excellent. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in July?
Los Angeles July averages a high of 30°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Los Angeles in July?
Los Angeles July averages 1mm of rainfall over about 0 rainy days.
What should I wear in Los Angeles in July?
T-shirts + shorts + swimwear + sun hat. Light layer for coastal evenings (still cool 18°C). Sunscreen SPF 50+ mandatory.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Los Angeles in July?
Los Angeles July sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 20:00, with 14h 10m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Los Angeles in July?
Los Angeles July air quality (AQI) averages 95, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 45μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Los Angeles in July?
In July, Los Angeles is great for Beach + swimming, July 4 fireworks, Universal Studios + Disneyland (early morning).
Is July peak season in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles July crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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