San Pedro Escarpment

Cliff Coastal escarpment in southern California

Along the Palos Verdes‑Los Angeles coastline, the San Pedro Escarpment provides ocean cliffs, coastal trails and viewpoints; hikers and photographers use its paths for seaside panoramas and Pacific vistas.

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San Pedro Escarpment
San Pedro Escarpment, California (near Los Angeles County coastline)
33.7167, -118.3317
Open daylight hours (dawn-dusk)
Free (public natural area)

How to Get to San Pedro Escarpment #

Accessible from San Pedro/Harbor City areas of Los Angeles County by car or local transit; trailheads and viewpoints are reached via local roads-consult Los Angeles County parks maps for specific access points.

Tips for Visiting San Pedro Escarpment #

  • Hike early in the morning to avoid hot afternoon conditions and to catch wildlife activity along the escarpment.
  • Check local access rules-some parts of coastal escarpments are on private land or have seasonal closures.
  • Bring binoculars for birdwatching-the escarpment offers views over coastal plains and harbor areas.

Best Time to Visit San Pedro Escarpment #

Spring through autumn are best for hiking and viewing; avoid hottest months for strenuous hikes.

Spring
March-May · 12-22°C
Wildflowers and moderate temperatures-good for hiking and photography.
Summer
June-August · 18-28°C
Warmer with clearer coastal views; mornings are cool, afternoons warm.
Autumn
September-November · 15-25°C
Mild and often the clearest days for long-distance views.

Weather & Climate near San Pedro Escarpment #

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 25°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 72 mm of rain.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 25°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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