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Los Angeles in January

Quiet streets and awards season

The short answer

January is one of the best months to visit Los Angeles.

Quiet streets, lower rates and a packed awards-season calendar.

8/10 overall9–20°CLow crowds€€ (Low)
Weather7/10
Crowds8/10
Prices8/10
Events8/10

January in detail

What January actually feels like

Weather
9–20°C
Cool mornings with occasional winter rain and many mild sunny days.
Crowds
Low
Generally manageable.
Prices
€€ (Low)
Often among the better-value periods.

+Quiet streets, lower rates and a packed awards-season calendar.

–Cooler nights and a higher chance of rain than the rest of the year.

My tip for January

Bring layers and keep one flexible day for rain.

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How January compares

Against the other eleven months

5th of 12 overall in Los Angeles, 10th for weather, 1st for space, 1st for value. It is the emptiest month of the year; and it's also the best value.

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Plan around

What’s on in Los Angeles in January

Awards season

January–March

Golden Globes, Grammys, Oscars and other entertainment-industry events can affect hotel demand and traffic.

Not set on January?

Even stronger months in Los Angeles

September10/10

One of LA's best weather windows, with warm days, clearer coastal conditions and summer crowds easing.

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April9/10

Warm, comfortable days and strong outdoor conditions before summer demand.

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