🇺🇸 Los Angeles vs 🇺🇸 Pasadena

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Los Angeles

clear sky

81°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 79°F

H 85°F / L 73°F

Humidity: 28%

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Pasadena

overcast clouds

83°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 80°F

H 85°F / L 77°F

Humidity: 19%

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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Pasadena

Pasadena at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains has a classic Southern California climate but with mountain influence. The Rose Bowl is famous for January 1 weather that's often near-perfect. However, Santa Ana winds funnel powerfully through the mountain passes above, and summer temperatures can be significantly hotter than coastal LA.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Los Angeles🇺🇸 Pasadena
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 Pasadena: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Los Angeles or Pasadena have better weather?

Los Angeles and Pasadena have very different climates. Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine Pasadena: Pasadena at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains has a classic Southern California climate but with. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

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

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

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