🇺🇸 Los Angeles vs 🇺🇸 Washington DC

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Los Angeles

clear sky

81°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 80°F

H 86°F / L 73°F

Humidity: 27%

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Washington DC

moderate rain

58°F

Moderate Rain

Feels like 58°F

H 61°F / L 56°F

Humidity: 85%

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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Washington DC

Washington DC has a humid subtropical climate — hot and oppressively humid summers, mild winters with occasional snow, and beautiful spring and fall seasons. The Potomac and Anacostia rivers create a low-lying bowl that traps summer heat and humidity. The region's cherry blossoms are world-famous.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Los Angeles🇺🇸 Washington DC
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 Washington DC: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Los Angeles or Washington DC have better weather?

Los Angeles and Washington DC have very different climates. Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine Washington DC: Washington DC has a humid subtropical climate — hot and oppressively humid summers, mild winters wit. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Los Angeles vs Washington DC?

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

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