Los Angeles · January
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 67°F, low 46°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
67° / 46°F
Humidity
62%
Rain days
6/mo
Wind
8 mph
What January feels like in Los Angeles
Sunrise
07:56
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:07
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 January
The kit for January in Los Angeles: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
+1° avg high
-1 rain days
Los Angeles in December →
January
67°F avg high
6 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
-2° avg high
0 rain days
Los Angeles in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Los Angeles in January?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in January?+
Average high 67°F, average low 46°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Los Angeles?+
Compared to December (avg high 67°F), January is warmer. Compared to February (avg high 70°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Los Angeles in January?+
Expect about 6 measurable rain days in January, on average.