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Hiking boots for Los Angeles in December

Verdict

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Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.

Why

Los Angeles in December averages highs of 66°F, lows of 49°F, 5 rainy days.

That climate makes hiking boots a judgment call. Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.

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