Los Angeles in March
Great time to visit
March delivers nearly perfect weather with warm days and cool nights. This is when LA really starts to shine, and locals emerge from their winter hibernation.
Weather
March marks the sweet spot when LA shakes off winter. Temperatures climb into the comfortable mid-70s most days with cool evenings perfect for outdoor dining. Rain becomes rare - maybe 4 days total - and the famous California sunshine returns in full force.
22°C high11°C low4 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$195/day average
Events & Festivals
- •LA Marathon
- •Spring training baseball
- •Academy Museum events
March Tips
- •This is prime hiking weather - hit the trails early before they get crowded
- •Hotel rates start climbing as spring break approaches
- •Perfect month for beach towns like Manhattan and Hermosa
All Months
LA's weather spoils you—it's basically 70-80°F and sunny most of the year. But timing still matters. March through May gives you perfect beach weather without the summer crowds. September through November might be even better—the marine layer lifts, giving you those crystal-clear mountain views. Summer (June-August) means beach season but also means tourists, higher hotel prices, and occasional heat waves that push temps over 90°F. The marine layer can keep beaches cool and gray until afternoon. Winter (December-February) is LA's 'rainy' season, which means maybe 15 days of actual rain. Temperatures drop to a frigid 60°F. Hotels are cheapest, but you might not get that perfect beach day. Avoid visiting during award season (January-March) if you're staying in West Hollywood or Beverly Hills—hotel prices spike and traffic gets even worse around venues like the Dolby Theatre.
Los Angeles Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
7/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
4/10
Luxury
9/10
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