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Los Angeles in April
Los Angeles edges warmer than March, with highs of 73°F (23°C), lows of 53°F (11°C) and about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain.
At 98/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (19 mm)
- Humidity
- 63%
- Cloud cover
- 35%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 98/100 · Great
What April feels like
Warm afternoons near 73°F (23°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Nights cool to an average low of 53°F (11°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (19 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 35%.
Plan around April
April is one of Los Angeles's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 0.7 in (19 mm) after 1.7 in (42 mm) in March.
- Comfort holds steady from March (96 → 98/100).
- April sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 73°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Los Angeles in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Santa Monica Pier
Historic pier with a Ferris wheel, the end-of-Route 66 sign and beach sunsets.
Why now April scores 98/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Broad
Free contemporary art museum with Kusama's Infinity Mirror Room.
Venice Beach Boardwalk
Beach promenade with street performers, the skate park and Muscle Beach.
Why now Highs near 73°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Grand Central Market
Food hall since 1917 with stalls for tacos, egg sandwiches and pupusas.
Langer's Delicatessen
Classic deli famed for the #19 hot pastrami sandwich.
Nearby in April
- Hollywood in April~6 mi · highs 73°F, 0.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Pasadena in April~9 mi · highs 71°F, 0.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Santa Barbara in April~87 mi · highs 67°F, 1.1 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Palm Springs in April~99 mi · highs 84°F, 0.2 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown LA and Downtown Los Angeles.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~395 m to Los Angeles's ~88 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Los Angeles in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 98/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
How hot is Los Angeles in April?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 53°F (11°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Los Angeles in April?
Not much: about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 13.1 in (332 mm).
What should I pack for Los Angeles in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 73°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Los Angeles
Routes in season in April
- Pacific Coast Highway Apr – Oct
Planning Los Angeles in April?
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