Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Los Angeles in November
Los Angeles cools off: highs slip to 73°F (23°C), from 81°F in October, with lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain.
At 99/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 1.0 in (25 mm)
- Humidity
- 53%
- Cloud cover
- 33%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs settle around 73°F (23°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 54°F (12°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 33%.
Plan around November
November is one of Los Angeles's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: December highs fall to 66°F.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 93/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 4°C (8°F) from October.
- Comfort holds steady from October (99 → 99/100).
- Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes73°F afternoons
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Los Angeles in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with gardens and views from the Santa Monica Mountains to the ocean.
The Broad
Free contemporary art museum with Kusama's Infinity Mirror Room.
Musso & Frank Grill
Hollywood's oldest restaurant (1919), known for its martinis.
Grand Central Market
Food hall since 1917 with stalls for tacos, egg sandwiches and pupusas.
Venice Beach Boardwalk
Beach promenade with street performers, the skate park and Muscle Beach.
Why now November scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in November
- Hollywood in November~6 mi · highs 73°F, 1.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Pasadena in November~9 mi · highs 71°F, 1.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Santa Barbara in November~87 mi · highs 69°F, 1.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Palm Springs in November~99 mi · highs 76°F, 0.4 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends Apr – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Los Angeles in November?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Los Angeles in November?
Not much: about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 13.1 in (332 mm).
What should I pack for Los Angeles in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (73°F afternoons) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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