October in Los Angeles is warm and dry: NOAA's 1991–2020 normals give an average high of 74.4°F at LAX and 78.6°F downtown, with 0.49 and 0.58 inches of precipitation. The next dated headline event we have verified is the LA28 Olympic Games (July 14–30, 2028). This page is a dated monthly snapshot reviewed October 11, 2026, not live weather or a live events feed.
Los Angeles this month
A dated monthly snapshot of Los Angeles weather normals and verified event dates.
This month at a glance
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| LAX high / low | 74.4°F / 59.8°F (NOAA 1991–2020) |
| Downtown high / low | 78.6°F / 59.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020) |
| Normal precipitation | 0.49 in (LAX); 0.58 in (downtown) |
| Coming up | LA28 Olympic Games July 14–30, 2028; Paralympics August 15–27, 2028 |
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How this page is maintained
We update it monthly; last review October 11, 2026. Between reviews it may be out of date.
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NOAA monthly normals.
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Is this page updated daily?
No. It is a monthly snapshot.
Where do the numbers come from?
NOAA NCEI climate normals; see the sources below.
What should I wear in October?
NOAA's normals suggest warm afternoons and cooler nights; bring a light layer and check the forecast.
Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 11, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, Los Angeles Intl Airport (USW00023174) — NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
- U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, Downtown Los Angeles/USC (USW00093134) — NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
- LA28 announces official Games dates — LA28