Los Angeles · December
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 67°F, low 47°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
67° / 47°F
Humidity
60%
Rain days
7/mo
Wind
8 mph
What December feels like in Los Angeles
Sunrise
07:51
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:46
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Los Angeles in December
The kit for December in Los Angeles: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile.
December vs the surrounding months
vs November
-9° avg high
+3 rain days
Los Angeles in November →
December
67°F avg high
7 rain days
Best: morning
vs January
-1° avg high
+1 rain days
Los Angeles in January →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Los Angeles in December?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in December?+
Average high 67°F, average low 47°F.
How does December compare to surrounding months in Los Angeles?+
Compared to November (avg high 75°F), December is cooler. Compared to January (avg high 67°F), December is cooler.
Does it rain often in Los Angeles in December?+
Expect about 7 measurable rain days in December, on average.