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Los Angeles in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Los Angeles are May, June, July and September. In December, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
14°C
Rainfall
166 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Los Angeles is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options. Average temperatures sit around 14°C with about 166mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Los Angeles in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Siege of Los Angeles
The siege of Los Angeles, was a military response by armed Mexican civilians to the August 1846 occupation of the Pueblo de Los Ángeles by the United States Marines during the Mex
Los Angeles Sister Cities Monument
The Los Angeles Sister Cities Monument, also known as the Sister Cities of Los Angeles Monument, is a fingerpost and monument in Los Angeles' Civic Center, in the U.S. state of Cal
Nagoya Clock Tower
The Nagoya Clock Tower is a clock tower in Los Angeles' Civic Center, in the U.S. state of California. The clock was gifted by the people of Nagoya to those of Los Angeles in 1984,
Frank Putnam Flint Fountain
The Frank Putnam Flint Fountain, also known as the Flint Memorial, is a monument commemorating Frank Putnam Flint, who was a United States Senator from California, in Los Angeles.
Local food tour of Los Angeles
Taste the signature dishes of Los Angeles.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Los Angeles in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Los Angeles?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Los Angeles's best months are generally May, June, July and September.

What is the weather like in Los Angeles in December?+

Expect average temperatures around 14°C. Rainfall averages about 166mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What should I pack for Los Angeles in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What is there to do in Los Angeles in December?+

Popular things to do include Siege of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Sister Cities Monument, Nagoya Clock Tower and Frank Putnam Flint Fountain. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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