United States, North America
Los Angeles in November
Pleasant and relatively quiet until Thanksgiving week. Theme parks start holiday decorations.
The straight answer
November is a good month to visit Los Angeles. Pleasant and relatively quiet until Thanksgiving week. Theme parks start holiday decorations.
- Weather
- Mild, highs near 73F (23C)
- Crowds
- 2 of 5
- Prices
- 3 of 5
What November is like in Los Angeles
November is mild and relatively quiet, with highs near 73F (23C) and mostly sunny days. The ocean is cooling, and the rainy season can start late in the month. Prices are moderate, and crowds stay low until Thanksgiving week, when the theme parks get busy and start their holiday decorations.
This month suits travelers who want pleasant weather and lower prices without summer crowds. Families on Thanksgiving break will find the parks festive but crowded. If beach swimming matters most, go in September; if you want holiday sparkle with fewer people, early December works too.
Make the most of November
What is especially good about Los Angeles this month.
Dia de los Muertos
The celebrations continue into early November, with altars and processions on Olvera Street and at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Holiday decorations arrive
Disneyland and Universal switch to holiday mode in November, and early-month weekdays have the decorations without the Christmas crowds.
Calm museum days
The Getty, LACMA, and the Broad are pleasantly quiet before the holiday rush.
What to pack for November
- Layers for mild days and cool nights
- A light rain jacket for late-month showers
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
Our timing tip
Visit theme parks in the first half of November to see the holiday decorations before Thanksgiving week crowds arrive.
Book Los Angeles for November.
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- Hotels for November
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in Los AngelesOpens a hotel search for Los Angeles in November, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- 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 November. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
What's on in November
Dia de los Muertos
Late October into early November
Celebrations on Olvera Street and at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
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 November, quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Los Angeles?
November is a good month to visit Los Angeles. Pleasant and relatively quiet until Thanksgiving week. Theme parks start holiday decorations.
What is the weather like in Los Angeles in November?
Mild, highs near 73F (23C).
Is Los Angeles crowded in November?
November is one of the quieter months in Los Angeles; most sights can be done without long waits.
What is happening in Los Angeles in November?
Dia de los Muertos (late october into early november).
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