South Beach Weather Forecast
South Beach weather: 88°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
South Beach is a district in Miami. South Beach is a district known for art deco hotels and Ocean Drive.
Right now it is 88°F (31°C) in South Beach with clear sky. It feels like 98°F. Today runs from 80°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 31%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit South Beach 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 10 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 89°F is in line with the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in South Beach today at 9.1/10. 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.
Weather in South Beach right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:24 AM, Aug 26 local time.
Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for South Beach
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 80° | 31% | 17 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 79° | 21% | 23 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 77° | 20% · 0,0 in | 19 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌧️ Showers | 89° / 85° | 39% · 0,3 in | 14 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 89° / 85° | 42% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 85° | 36% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 89° / 85° | 38% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 85° | 40% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 83° | 42% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 83° | 43% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 91° / 84° | 44% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 92° / 84° | 52% · 0,6 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 91° / 84° | 48% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 91° / 85° | 51% · 0,3 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 90° / 83° | 55% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 10 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 93° / 84° | 65% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 8 |
Climate in South Beach 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).
Weather map for South Beach
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Air quality and pollen in South Beach
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit South Beach
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Beach?
South Beach is a district in Miami. Its coordinates are 25.7826, -80.1341. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in South Beach right now?
It is currently 88°F (31°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 65% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit South Beach?
January, February and April offer the most comfortable conditions in South Beach, which has a temperate climate. June, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is South Beach in?
South Beach observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:24 AM.
What is the nearest airport to South Beach?
The closest airports are Miami International Airport (MIA), 10 mi away and Orlando International Airport (MCO), 197 mi away.
What are the top things to do in South Beach?
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 (districts) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 26, 2026 at 11:24 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
