Beverly Hills changes character with the season. The same three blocks of Rodeo Drive belong to an entirely different story in February than they do in July: the gardens bloom and fade, the hills green and turn gold, and awards season comes and goes. Knowing which version of the city you are stepping into is the whole art of timing a visit.
At Stay Awhile, we host guests here in every month of the year, and it is that year-round vantage point that shaped this guide, written to help you find the best time to visit Beverly Hills for the trip you have in mind, whether that is a garden in full bloom, a poolside afternoon at full summer volume, or the quiet of the city between its awards-season peaks. Here is how all four seasons compare.
At a Glance: Fall Is the Best Time to Visit Beverly Hills
- Spring (March to May): Warm, green, and blooming, with mild days, fading rain, and lighter crowds than summer.
- Summer (June to August): The hottest and sunniest season, and also the busiest and most expensive, with July at the peak.
- Fall (September to November): Warm and dry with thinning crowds, the easiest reservations of the year, and rates easing from their summer high.
- Winter (December to February): Mild and festive, with the year’s best value outside the holiday and awards-season weeks.
Spring Is Beverly Hills’ Mildest, Greenest Season
Spring, from March through May, is Beverly Hills at its mildest and greenest. Days are warm but not hot, the rain fades after March, and the summer crowds have not yet arrived, which makes it the best season for gardens and walking.
What to expect
- Daytime highs around 68 to 74°F (20 to 24°C), with cool evenings
- Rain tapering off sharply after March
- Blooming jacarandas and peak estate gardens at Greystone Mansion and Virginia Robinson
- The open-air Beverly Hills artSHOW at Beverly Gardens Park
- Fewer crowds and easier reservations than summer
Local tip
April and May are ideal for garden visits and long patio lunches on Rodeo Drive. Book a Virginia Robinson Gardens tour in advance, since the tours are small by design.
Summer Is the Hottest and Busiest Season in Beverly Hills
Summer, from June through August, is the hottest, sunniest, and busiest season in Beverly Hills, and the most expensive. Skies stay clear, the days run hot, and the city moves at full volume.
What to expect
- Daytime highs around 78 to 84°F (26 to 29°C), hottest in August
- Essentially no rain
- Peak crowds and the year’s highest villa rates, with July the busiest month
- June Gloom, a cool morning marine layer, common early in the season
- The Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance on Father’s Day and the Sunday farmers market at peak season
Local tip
Choose a villa with a private pool and favor midweek stays. Mornings and evenings are the most comfortable times to be outdoors.
Fall Is the Best Time to Visit Beverly Hills Overall
Fall, from September through November, is the best time to visit Beverly Hills overall. The weather stays warm and dry, the summer crowds fade once schools reopen, and both rates and reservations ease from their peak.
What to expect
- Daytime highs around 68 to 83°F (20 to 28°C), cooling through the season
- The clearest skies of the year
- Fewer tourists and the easiest restaurant reservations
- Lower villa rates than summer, especially in the first three weeks of November
- The fall artSHOW, the Wallis Annenberg season opening, and mild trails at Franklin Canyon Park
Local tip
October is the standout month, warm enough for pool time but cool enough for all-day walking.
Winter Is Beverly Hills’ Mildest Season for Value and Culture
Winter, from December through February, is Beverly Hills’ mildest season for value and culture, with the year’s softest rates outside the peak weeks. The city stays comfortable while much of the country cools.
What to expect
- Daytime highs around 64 to 68°F (18 to 20°C), with cooler evenings
- Most of the region’s rain, in brief storms between clear days
- The lowest crowds and softest rates of the year, outside the holiday and Oscar weeks
- Holiday decor along Rodeo Drive and the heart of the Wallis Annenberg season
- Awards-season energy from late December through the Oscars
Local tip
Pack layers for cool evenings, and target the second half of January through early March for the best mix of calm and value.
Best Time to Book a Vacation Rental in Beverly Hills
The best time to book a Beverly Hills vacation rental depends on when you travel, since availability and rates follow a clear seasonal rhythm. For summer stays in July and August and for the holiday and Oscar weeks, book three to six months in advance, when demand runs highest and the finest villas go first.
For shoulder-season trips in April, May, September, and October, six to ten weeks ahead is usually comfortable, and the homes that felt out of reach in summer come back into play. The quietest, best-value window runs from mid-January through early March, when the crowds thin and rates fall well below their summer peak.
Your Month-by-Month Guide to Beverly Hills
January: The coolest, quietest weeks, outside of Oscar Sunday. Best value on villas and restaurants, and the crispest air of the year between storms. Bring layers.
February: Cool, calm, and well-priced. Green hills, easy reservations, and the last of the quiet before spring.
March: The turn toward spring. Green hills, the first blooms, and the rain falling away. Comfortable days in the low 70s.
April: Blooming gardens, purple jacarandas, and the spring artSHOW. Mild, uncrowded, and one of the two finest months of the year.
May: Warm, sunny, and still pre-peak. The best value month for summer weather without summer prices.
June: The soft opening of high season. June Gloom in the mornings before it clears to warm afternoons, with rates beginning to rise.
July: Peak everything and the single busiest month. Guaranteed sun, cinematic Rodeo Drive, and the year’s highest rates. Pool access is essential.
August: The hottest month, cloudless and dependable, and the top of the season for rates. The month for pure poolside days.
September: The golden month. Warm, dry, and clear, with the crowds fading once schools reopen. The best time to visit.
October: Peak weather with fewer people. Warm days, cool nights, the fall artSHOW, and easier reservations on premium homes.
November: The insider’s first half is quiet and well-priced. Thanksgiving week jumps hard. A calm, mild, well-lit month.
December: Festive, cinematic, and mild, rarely cold. Low crowds outside the holiday week, and beautiful lights along Rodeo Drive.
So, When Is the Best Time to Visit Beverly Hills?
For most travelers, April and May or September and October strike the ideal balance of warm, clear weather, manageable crowds, and softer rates, with fall the strongest all-around choice. Summer suits guests who want long, sunny days and a full poolside program, and are happy to book months ahead. Winter rewards those who come for culture, holiday sparkle, and awards-season energy, with the calmest weeks and the best value falling between mid-January and early March. Whichever you choose, the season sets the tone, and the right villa does the rest.
Staying in Beverly Hills with Stay Awhile
Whichever season brings you to Beverly Hills, the right home makes all the difference. Stay Awhile Villas curates a collection of private residences across the city, from a walkable pied-a-terre steps from Rodeo Drive to a gated estate with a pool, chef’s kitchen, and canyon views, each with concierge services from private chefs to spa treatments.
Explore the Stay Awhile Villas Beverly Hills collection and begin planning your stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best month to visit Beverly Hills?
October, with April a very close second. October delivers warm, clear days and cool evenings, negligible rain, and easier reservations once the summer crowds have moved on, while April brings green hills, blooming gardens, and the spring artSHOW. Locals often consider October and September nearly interchangeable.
Is Beverly Hills worth visiting?
Very much so. Beyond the shopping, Beverly Hills rewards guests with free and low-key pleasures: garden estates like Greystone and Virginia Robinson, the Beverly Hills sign at Beverly Gardens Park, the koi pond at Will Rogers Memorial Park, and a Sunday farmers market. Add an evening at the Wallis Annenberg, a poolside afternoon, and dinner off Rodeo Drive, and it earns its place on any Southern California itinerary.
How many days do you need in Beverly Hills?
Two to three days is enough to enjoy the core comfortably: a morning in the estate gardens and Beverly Gardens Park, an afternoon on Rodeo Drive and Two Rodeo, a poolside break, and an evening at the Wallis Annenberg or dinner in town. Many guests use a Beverly Hills villa as a base for a longer week, day-tripping to Malibu, Santa Monica, and the wider Los Angeles area.
How expensive is it to visit Beverly Hills?
Beverly Hills skews upscale, but it is more flexible than its reputation suggests. Many of its best moments are free or low-cost: the parks and gardens, the Beverly Hills sign, window shopping on Rodeo Drive, and the Sunday farmers market. Your budget is driven mostly by lodging and dining, both of which vary by season. The shoulder and winter windows, roughly mid-January through early March and early November, bring the softest villa rates and the easiest reservations.
What is the cheapest time to visit Beverly Hills?
Mid-January through early March carries the lowest rates of the year, provided you avoid Oscar weekend. Early November, before Thanksgiving, is another strong value pocket, with warmer weather and quiet streets.
When is the busiest tourist season in Beverly Hills?
June through August is peak, with July the single busiest month. Late November through early January adds a second, holiday-driven peak, especially around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Oscar weekend.
Is Beverly Hills worth visiting in winter?
Yes. Winter here is mild, with most days sunny and highs in the 60s, and rain arriving in brief bursts rather than sustained gray. The gardens, the Wallis Annenberg, spa days, and indoor dining all shine in the cooler months, award-season energy fills the city, and villa rates are among the year’s most attractive.
How far in advance should I book a Beverly Hills stay?
For summer and holiday weeks, book villas three to six months in advance. For shoulder-season trips in April, May, September, and early November, six to ten weeks out is usually comfortable.