🇺🇸 Boulder vs 🇺🇸 Los Angeles

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Boulder

clear sky

60°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 57°F

H 63°F / L 57°F

Humidity: 28%

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Los Angeles

clear sky

81°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 79°F

H 85°F / L 73°F

Humidity: 28%

Climate Overview

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Boulder

Boulder at 5,430 feet is renowned for its outdoor culture and weather that supports year-round recreation. The Flatirons rock formations immediately west channel dramatic Chinook winds — Boulder frequently experiences the most intense downslope wind events along the Front Range. The university town has 300 days of sunshine and low humidity.

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Los Angeles

Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsMarch, April, May, October, November
AvoidJanuary–February (rainy season), August (hot inland, gloomy coast)
Annual rain14 inches (356 mm)

Los Angeles has one of the most consistent climates on Earth. Coastal areas stay mild year-round; inland valleys can be dramatically hotter in summer and colder on winter nights. The infamous June Gloom socks coastal areas in marine layer fog May–July until midday.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Boulder🇺🇸 Los Angeles
Spring

60–74°F

March–May

Summer

68–88°F

June–September

Fall

62–79°F

October–November

Winter

55–68°F

December–February

Boulder vs Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Boulder or Los Angeles have better weather?

Boulder and Los Angeles have very different climates. Boulder at 5,430 feet is renowned for its outdoor culture and weather that supports year-round recre Los Angeles: Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Boulder vs Los Angeles?

Best time for Boulder: spring and fall. Best time for Los Angeles: March, April, May, October, November.

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