Los Angeles · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 83°F, dipping to 59°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
83° / 59°F
Humidity
55%
Rain days
3/mo
Wind
10 mph
What October feels like in Los Angeles
Sunrise
06:59
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:18
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 October
The kit for October in Los Angeles: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-5° avg high
+1 rain days
Los Angeles in September →
October
83°F avg high
3 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+8° avg high
-1 rain days
Los Angeles in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Los Angeles in October?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in October?+
Average high 83°F, average low 59°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Los Angeles?+
Compared to September (avg high 88°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 75°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Los Angeles in October?+
Expect about 3 measurable rain days in October, on average.