Rain Dampens Halloween in Crescenta Valley
Light rain fell during Halloween festivities in the Crescenta Valley area of Los Angeles, the first rainy Halloween there since 2014.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Current Conditions
Rain fell on Halloween in the Crescenta Valley area of Los Angeles, starting around 6 p.m. at the Spooktacular event in Montrose Shopping Park. Trick-or-treaters walked Honolulu Avenue and the streets of Sparr Heights despite the weather.
Why it matters
Rain has now dampened Halloween in Los Angeles 11 times since 1877, according to the reported records, making the event a notable weather occurrence for local residents. Crowds began walking Honolulu Avenue early to beat the rain, reflecting how weather shapes community holiday plans.
Records show rain has dampened Halloween in the Los Angeles area 11 times since 1877, with the most recent prior occurrence in 2014. The reported rainfall totals for Halloween 2026 were not provided.
The players
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is the largest sheriff's office in the United States, serving the county that includes the Crescenta Valley area.
The details
Rain began around 6 p.m. at the Spooktacular event in Montrose Shopping Park, and trick-or-treaters moved from Honolulu Avenue to residential streets in Sparr Heights. St. Luke's of the Mountains held a Dia de los Muertos and Samhain event in Sadler Hall, while the Los Angeles Sheriff's Dept.-Crescenta Valley Station had held its Trunk or Treat the day before without rain.
Timeline
1877: Start of recorded rainy Halloweens in the Los Angeles area.
2014: Last rainy Halloween in the Los Angeles area before 2026.
October 30, 2026: Sheriff's Trunk or Treat held in Crescenta Valley with no rain.
October 31, 2026, around 6 p.m.: Rain started during the Spooktacular in Montrose.
Seasonal Patterns
Los Angeles has recorded 11 rainy Halloweens since 1877, a rare occurrence in the region's typically dry autumn. The 2026 rain follows a 2014 event, marking a gap of 12 years between rainy holidays on the date.
Residents planning outdoor evening events in the Crescenta Valley area should check conditions before heading out. Trick-or-treaters and event organizers can prepare with rain gear and plan routes that allow shelter if showers begin.
The takeaway
Weather can change quickly during community holiday events, so checking forecasts and bringing rain gear helps keep plans on track. Local residents can use the rare rainy Halloween as a reminder to prepare for seasonal shifts.
Further reading
For more local weather updates, see Current Conditions for Los Angeles.
Source note: This article includes information reported by C.V. Weekly.
