Miami, Florida Weather and Climate

General and geography

Short for MIP by abbreviationfinder, Miami is a city in the south of the Sunshine State Florida. The rather busy business city of Miami has to be differentiated from the much more interesting neighboring city of Miami Beach.

Miami Beach is located on a long island on the Atlantic Ocean and borders the towns of Bal Harbor; Surfside as well as the larger metropolis of Miami. The transitions between the two urban areas are fluid in some places.

Since the 1980s, the South Beach area has increasingly become the flagship of Miami Beach, where, in addition to a large number of high-class hotels and clubs, the most important attractions can be found.

On the beach of the same name, tourists encounter the “beautiful and rich”, not least the popular television series Miami Vice contributed significantly to the somewhat diva-like image of South Beach.

The world famous Art Deco district is one of the most photographed neighborhoods in the United States. The north of Miami Beach, on the other hand, is mainly residential and less touristy.

You can get to Miami Beach either directly via the large Miami airport or via one of the many other airports in Florida, for example in Fort Lauderdale, which is just 30 kilometers north.

Miami (Beach) climate summary

The climate in Miami can be described as a tropical monsoon climate, which is characterized by year-round warm temperatures. The Gulf Stream has a moderating effect in the region and generally prevents extreme heat waves or unusual cold phases.

Between the day and night values ​​are around 8 to 9 degrees all year round, the same difference applies statistically between the coldest month of January (24 degrees during the day, 15 degrees at night) and the hottest month of July (day: 32 degrees, night: 24 degrees). This constancy ensures that no four classic seasons are distinguished.

In general, there are two main climate phases in Miami and Miami Beach. Winter is warm and rather dry (dry season), while the summer months are hot and rather humid (rainy season). Statistically speaking, there is an average of 4 out of 10 days of rain – mostly short – in summer.

Nevertheless, especially between May and October, monsoon-like downpours can occur, which flood entire streets. Generally speaking, the humidity is very high in summer and on some days it is felt to be oppressive. The rainy season in Miami largely coincides with the annual hurricane season in the Atlantic Ocean.

Officially, the hurricane season in the Atlantic lasts from the beginning of June to the end November, with the highest risk of the formation of tropical cyclones (hurricanes) mainly in the second half of August and in September. Direct hits are extremely rare; locals and hoteliers are usually well prepared anyway.

When is the best time to visit Miami Beach?

Despite the rather humid summer months, the entire period from March to the end of August is considered the absolute peak season in Miami and the entire state of Florida. Neither foreign tourists nor Americans are put off by the possible rain any more than by the theoretical danger of a hurricane.

In fact, Miami Beach averages 10 hours of sunshine during the summer, and even on days with heavy rainfall, the rain rarely lasts longer than an hour. Afterwards, the sky often clears up again, and the temperatures at this time during the day are above 30 degrees anyway.

Nevertheless, we recommend the months of November to April for a trip to Miami or Miami Beach as the absolute best travel time. The first half of May is also a very suitable travel time for Florida. The more moderate temperatures and lower humidity from autumn to spring are usually perceived as more pleasant.

Temperatures, precipitation, sunshine

	Jan	Feb	March	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Daytime temperature	24 ° C	25 ° C	26 ° C	28 ° C	30 ° C	31 ° C	32 ° C	32 ° C	31 ° C	29 ° C	27 ° C	25 ° C
Night temperature	15 ° C	16 ° C	18 ° C	20 ° C	22 ° C	24 ° C	25 ° C	25 ° C	24 ° C	22 ° C	19 ° C	16 ° C
Water temperature	22 ° C	22 ° C	23 ° C	25 ° C	28 ° C	30 ° C	31 ° C	31 ° C	30 ° C	28 ° C	25 ° C	23 ° C
Precipitation in mm	51	53	61	72	158	237	145	193	194	143	68	47
Rainy days	5	5	5	5	9	14	13	15	14	11	7	5
Hours of sunshine	7	8	9	10	10	10	10	9	9	8	7	7
Sunrise	7:10	6:55	7:30	7:00	6:35	6:30	6:40	6:55	7:05	7:20	6:40	7:00
Sunset	17:50	18:15	7:30 p.m.	19:45	20:00	20:15	20:15	19:55	19:25	18:55	17:30	17:30

Temperatures

The annual average temperature is 24.4 ° C. For comparison: Munich reaches an average of 8.6 ° C, in Berlin it is 9.6 ° C. The warmest month is August (28.3 ° C), coldest month of January with mean values of 19.6 ° C. The maximum water temperature is 31 ° C. Comfortable bathing is possible at these temperatures. All months have a water temperature of at least 21 ° C and are therefore suitable for a beach holiday.

Precipitation

The annual precipitation is 1420 mm on 108 days with precipitation. For comparison: In Munich, 967 mm, in Berlin 570 mm, precipitation is measured annually. The months of June, August and September are considered the rainy season, as more than 175 mm of precipitation can be expected per month. Overall, around 623.3 mm of precipitation can be expected in the rainy season. Snowfall is generally not expected in any month.

Sunshine

As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 10 hours of sunshine per day. The average annual sunshine is 8.6 hours per day. For comparison: In Munich and Berlin, the sun shines an average of 4.7 hours per day throughout the year.

Cities nearby

The following major towns are nearby and have similar climates: Miami, Hialeah, Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Miramar, and Miami Gardens.

Sights and highlights

While you don’t necessarily need a rental car in Miami Beach due to the parking situation alone, it is even more advisable to combine the popular region with other highlights in the Sunshine State. Whether the theme parks of Orlando, the colorful Key West or the mystical Everglades – Florida will inspire you!

In Miami and Miami Beach, in addition to the Art Deco district, Ocean Drive and the famous beach, for example, the wonderful Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, a shopping tour in the Dolphin Mall, the street art of the Wynwood Art Walk and a visit to the Miami Seaquarium, the Coconut Grove and Little Havana.

Miami weather in March, April and May

Average daily temperatures between 26 ° C and 30 ° C can be expected over the next three months. In Miami Beach it gets warmest in May, but March is a little cooler.

Do you want to go on a beach holiday? The water temperatures are in March, April and May 23-28 ° C. This is great weather for a great time on the beach and in the water.

In March, at about 5 days to be expected precipitation in April at about five days in May at about 9 days.

In the period from March to May , the sun shines an average of 9 to 10 hours a day. The sunniest weather is April in Miami Beach, with a little less sun you will have to get by in March.