🇺🇸 Los Angeles vs 🇺🇸 Madison

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Los Angeles

clear sky

81°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 80°F

H 88°F / L 72°F

Humidity: 30%

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Madison

few clouds

53°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 50°F

H 55°F / L 51°F

Humidity: 37%

Climate Overview

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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.

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Madison

Madison is Wisconsin's capital and the University of Wisconsin's city, uniquely positioned on an isthmus between Lakes Mendota and Monona. This lake position provides significant moderation in all seasons — summers are cooled by lake breezes while lakes delay ice-in and ice-out, creating an extended shoulder season. Wisconsin's progressive outdoor culture thrives here.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Los Angeles🇺🇸 Madison
Spring

60–74°F

March–May

Summer

68–88°F

June–September

Fall

62–79°F

October–November

Winter

55–68°F

December–February

Los Angeles vs Madison: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Los Angeles or Madison have better weather?

Los Angeles and Madison have very different climates. Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine Madison: Madison is Wisconsin's capital and the University of Wisconsin's city, uniquely positioned on an ist. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

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

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

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