Griffith Park, CA
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Fair for hiking. High near 72°F. Low rain risk (9%). Slight chance of thunderstorms.
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Biking
Fair for biking. High near 72°F. Low rain risk (9%). Slight chance of thunderstorms.
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Outdoor Events / Activities
Fair for outdoor events / activities. High near 72°F. Low rain risk (9%). Slight chance of thunderstorms.
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
About Griffith Park
Griffith Park is an outdoor-planning page for Griffith Park, observatory approaches, and the trail network. It has a distinct purpose centered on parking pressure, exposed slopes, urban heat, smoke, trails, and events, with the forecast used to choose the safest and most comfortable version of the day.
Make the Most of a Griffith Park Day
Start by comparing conditions across Griffith Observatory, Mount Hollywood, and the rest of the coverage area. Choose among hiking, biking, outdoor events based on wind, precipitation, temperature, visibility, water or trail conditions, road access, smoke, and available daylight.
Weather Tips for Griffith Park
- Conditions around Griffith Park, observatory approaches, and the trail network can differ sharply from nearby towns; parking pressure, exposed slopes, urban heat, smoke, trails, and events are the main planning variables.
- For biking, compare wind, pavement or trail surface, heat, visibility, traffic, smoke, and recent rain before choosing distance and exposure.
- Recent rain, heat, smoke, fire restrictions, water levels, and afternoon wind can change which route or activity is most comfortable.
- Air quality and wildfire smoke can shift quickly; shorten strenuous plans when visibility or breathing conditions worsen.
Nearby Towns and Areas
This page covers Griffith Park, observatory approaches, and the trail network. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Griffith Observatory
- Mount Hollywood
- Fern Dell
- Bronson Canyon
- Travel Town
- Los Feliz
- Hollywood
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Griffith Park rather than forcing one itinerary. A shorter route, earlier launch, sheltered shoreline, lower-elevation trail, or town-based backup can preserve the day when conditions change.
7-Day Forecast for Griffith Park
Griffith Park Weather by Season
Winter
At Griffith Park, winter brings the best chance of rain, cooler trail weather, and occasional muddy or closed paths after storms. Clear intervals are useful for longer walks and rides, but short daylight and slick slopes favor early starts.
Spring
Around Griffith Park, observatory approaches, and the trail network, spring is often one of the strongest seasons for foothill hiking, biking, and outdoor events. Warming afternoons, grass pollen, wet crossings, and the first hot spells still deserve attention.
Summer
For parking pressure, exposed slopes, urban heat, smoke, trails, and events, summer heat and strong sun make exposed trails and pavement demanding by midday. Start early, carry water, seek shade, and check air quality, smoke, and fire restrictions.
Fall
Near Griffith Observatory and the surrounding area, early fall can remain hot and dry, with wildfire and smoke concerns during windy periods. Cooler late-fall days improve trail comfort before the rainy season becomes established.
Key Climate Data Points
- Warmest months: July through September.
- Coolest months: December and January.
- Wettest season: December through March.
- Driest season: June through September.
- Best outdoor window: Spring and late fall for hiking and biking; summer events need cooler morning or evening timing.