City in Florida

Miami Climate and Average Weather

Climate of Miami: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.

☁️ 82°F now🕔 11:49 AM local📅 Best: January, February and April👥 450.000

Climate in Miami month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January74°62°2,4 in★★★★
February76°63°1,6 in★★★★
March79°68°4,4 in★★★★
April81°71°2,2 in★★★★
May87°76°4,6 in★★★★
June87°78°8,7 in★★★☆☆
July89°79°4,4 in★★★★
August89°78°5,6 in★★★☆☆
September87°77°8,3 in★★★☆☆
October84°74°6,1 in★★★☆☆
November81°70°4,5 in★★★★
December77°66°5,3 in★★★☆☆

Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

Recent extremes in Miami

Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.

Hottest day98°FJul 30, 2026
Coldest night36°FFeb 1, 2026
Wettest day5,4 inNov 16, 2023

How Miami compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Miami.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
Miami-Dade County0 mi77°Fabout the same58 in
Biscayne National Park19 mi77°Fabout the same56 in
Broward County25 mi76°Fabout the same64 in
Key Largo49 mi78°F+33°F warmer42 in
Everglades National Park55 mi76°F33°F cooler52 in

Climate by airport in Miami

1 airports mapped in this atlas

Climate by beach in Miami

1 beaches mapped in this atlas

Climate by district in Miami

2 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas

Climate by zip / postal code in Miami

2 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas

Climate by area code in Miami

1 area codes mapped in this atlas

Best time to visit Miami

Go in January, February and April. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: June, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★★
February★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★★
May★★★★
June★★★☆☆
July★★★★
August★★★☆☆
September★★★☆☆
October★★★☆☆
November★★★★
December★★★☆☆

What this means for Miami

Compared with normal

Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is in line with the 89°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

A 19% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.

Travel and driving

No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 48°F.

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid June, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Miami is a city in Florida. Miami is known for South Beach, Art Deco and Latin culture. It has a population of about 450.000.

Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Miami with overcast. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 78°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 19%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Miami is January, February and April. The climate is temperate. June, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 62°F.

The closest major airport is Miami International Airport (MIA), about 6 mi away. Nearby highlights include South Beach, Biscayne National Park, Key Largo and Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is in line with the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Miami today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Quick facts about Miami

TypeCity
StateFlorida
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates25°45′42.1″N 80°11′30.5″W (25.7617, -80.1918)
Population450.000
Known forSouth Beach, Art Deco and Latin culture
Local time11:49 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February and April
ClimateTemperate

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Miami?

Miami is a city in Florida. Its coordinates are 25.7617, -80.1918. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Miami right now?

It is currently 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 7 mph.

When is the best time to visit Miami?

January, February and April offer the most comfortable conditions in Miami, which has a temperate climate. June, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Miami in?

Miami observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:49 AM.

How many people live in Miami?

Miami has a population of approximately 450.000.

What is the nearest airport to Miami?

The closest airports are Miami International Airport (MIA), 6 mi away and Orlando International Airport (MCO), 197 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Miami?

Popular options include South Beach, Biscayne National Park, Key Largo, Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Everglades National Park and Myakka River State Park.

What places are in Miami?

Miami covers 7 places in this atlas, including Miami International Airport, South Beach, South Beach, Wynwood, ZIP Code 33101 and ZIP Code 33139.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
Official alertsUS National Weather Service.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 23, 2026 at 11:49 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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