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Los Angeles in July
Peak theme park crowds and prices. Beaches are great; valleys are hot.
The straight answer
July is a month of real tradeoffs in Los Angeles. Peak theme park crowds and prices. Beaches are great; valleys are hot.
- Weather
- Warm to hot, highs near 83F (28C), 95F-plus inland
- Crowds
- 5 of 5
- Prices
- 5 of 5
What July is like in Los Angeles
July is peak season. The coast is warm and pleasant, with highs near 83F (28C), but inland valleys like Burbank and Pasadena often pass 95F (35C). The marine layer mostly lifts, so beaches are sunny. Theme parks run at maximum crowds and hotel prices hit their high.
This month suits families locked into summer break who plan around the heat and the lines. Beach days are excellent. Travelers with flexible dates should skip it; September has the same warm weather and ocean with fewer people and lower prices.
Make the most of July
What is especially good about Los Angeles this month.
Real beach weather
The gray mornings are mostly gone and the beaches in Santa Monica and Malibu are sunny and lively. The water is warming but still brisk.
Summer concerts at the Bowl
July is the heart of the Hollywood Bowl season, with fireworks nights around the Fourth of July.
Evening sights
Griffith Observatory and the Santa Monica Pier are best at dusk, when the heat breaks and the lights come on.
What to pack for July
- Swimsuits and a beach towel
- A wide-brimmed hat and strong sunscreen
- A cooling towel or small fan for inland park days
- Sandals plus comfortable walking shoes
Our timing tip
Stay near the coast, do theme parks right at opening, and head to the beach or a museum for the hot mid-afternoon hours.
Book Los Angeles for July.
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- Hotels for July
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- Rentals on Vrbo
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Vacation rentals in Los AngelesWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in Los AngelesTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Los Angeles for July. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
What's on in July
Hollywood Bowl summer season
Late May into September
The LA Phil and big-name concerts in the famous outdoor amphitheater.
Things to do in Los Angeles
Griffith Observatory
Free, with the best view of the Hollywood sign and the city lights. Closed Mondays; weekday evenings are calmest.
The Getty Center
Free admission (paid parking) with art, gardens, and city views. Closed Mondays.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Go midweek outside summer and holidays. Early entry helps.
Disneyland Resort
In Anaheim, about an hour from downtown without traffic. Weekdays in fall and late winter have the lowest crowds.
LACMA
The largest art museum in the western US. Urban Light is best at dusk.
Santa Monica Pier and the beach
Go early in the morning or at sunset. Bike the beach path to Venice.
Beat the crowds
- Plan days by neighborhood. LA traffic makes crossing town twice in one day a mistake.
- Hit the theme parks midweek in September, late January, or early February for the shortest lines.
- Do Griffith Observatory and the beach early; parking fills by late morning on weekends.
- Stay near where you will spend most of your time: Santa Monica for beaches, Hollywood for the observatory and Universal, Anaheim for Disneyland.
Know before you go
- Several major museums, including the Getty Center and Griffith Observatory, close on Mondays.
- Wildfire danger peaks with Santa Ana winds from fall into winter. Parks and trails in the Santa Monica Mountains can close during red flag warnings.
- Big storms in winter can close canyon roads and some trails for a few days.
Los Angeles in July, quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Los Angeles?
July is a month of real tradeoffs in Los Angeles. Peak theme park crowds and prices. Beaches are great; valleys are hot.
What is the weather like in Los Angeles in July?
Warm to hot, highs near 83F (28C), 95F-plus inland.
Is Los Angeles crowded in July?
July is peak crowd season in Los Angeles; expect lines at the headline sights.
What is happening in Los Angeles in July?
Hollywood Bowl summer season (late may into september).
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