Geography of Miami-Dade County
Geography of Miami-Dade County: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Miami-Dade County
Area Code 305 is 0 mi to the north, Miami is 0 mi to the north, ZIP Code 33101 is 1 mi to the north and Wynwood is 3 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 25°45′42.1″N 80°11′30.5″W (25.7617, -80.1918)
Quick facts about Miami-Dade County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | Florida |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 25°45′42.1″N 80°11′30.5″W (25.7617, -80.1918) |
| Population | 2.700.000 |
| Local time | 11:02 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February and April |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Miami-Dade County is a county in Florida. Miami-Dade County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 2.7 million.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Miami-Dade County with overcast. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 78°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 46%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Miami-Dade County 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 90°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Miami-Dade County today at 9.7/10. 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.
Climate in Miami-Dade County month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74° | 62° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 76° | 63° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 79° | 68° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 81° | 71° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 87° | 76° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 78° | 8,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 89° | 79° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 89° | 78° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 87° | 77° | 8,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 84° | 74° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 81° | 70° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 77° | 66° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Miami-Dade County?
Miami-Dade County is a county in Florida. Its coordinates are 25.7617, -80.1918. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Miami-Dade County right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Miami-Dade County?
January, February and April offer the most comfortable conditions in Miami-Dade County, which has a temperate climate. June, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Miami-Dade County in?
Miami-Dade County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:02 AM.
How many people live in Miami-Dade County?
Miami-Dade County has a population of approximately 2.7 million.
What is the nearest airport to Miami-Dade County?
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-Dade County?
Popular options include South Beach, Biscayne National Park, Key Largo, Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Everglades National Park and Myakka River State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, 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 24, 2026 at 11:02 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
