What February feels like in Los Angeles
February is late winter in Los Angeles, although winter here means mild days rather than cold ones. Mild afternoons make it easy to spend hours outdoors. Temperatures fall sharply after dark — a swing of roughly 12.3°C (22.1°F) — and nights are cool. Moist air is typical, yet it seldom feels heavy at this time of year.
Rain in Los Angeles in February
Rain turns up now and then — about one day in 6. When rain comes it is heavy, about 13.2 mm (0.5 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. Across the year Los Angeles averages about 10.6 mm per rainy day, so February is typical. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
Mid-month, Los Angeles gets 10 h 57 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:39 am to sunset near 5:36 pm. The days are stretching out — 50 min more daylight than mid-January. The sun is out for roughly 85% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How February compares to the rest of the year
February is the 3rd coolest month of the year in Los Angeles. Compared with January, afternoons are 0.6°C (1.1°F) warmer, with 2 mm less rain. March continues the upward trend. By March, typical highs are 21.1°C (70°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: a good fit — warm and mostly dry on the coast.
Tips for visiting Los Angeles in February
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Los Angeles in February?
Afternoons average 19.9°C (67.8°F) and nights about 7.6°C (45.7°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the 3rd coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Los Angeles in February?
Not especially. There are about 5 rainy days (66 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Los Angeles in February?
The numbers point to versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is February or March better for visiting Los Angeles?
February, clearly: it ranks #4 of 12 among Los Angeles's months, against #11 for the other. March is warmer and has more rainy days.