Miami Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Miami. The annual average is 29°C high / 21°C low — hottest in July (peak summer heat) (32°C) and coldest in January (dry season peak) (17°C).
Miami Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Miami's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 29° / 21°
- Best time to visit
- January (dry season peak), February (dry season), April (sleeper-best month)
- Hottest month
- July (peak summer heat) (32°C)
- Coldest month
- January (dry season peak) (17°C)
- Wettest month
- September (hurricane peak) (235mm)
- Driest month
- January (dry season peak) (50mm)
As of 2026, Miami's weather averages 29°C high / 21°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is January (dry season peak), February (dry season), April (sleeper-best month). The hottest month is July (peak summer heat) (32°C), the coldest is January (dry season peak) (17°C), and the wettest is September (hurricane peak) (235mm).
Best Time to Visit Miami
**January is Miami's peak season.** Cool dry weather (25/17°C) + sun + low humidity = perfect beach + outdoor weather. Hotel rates peak. Art Deco Weekend (3rd weekend) is a free street festival on Ocean Drive. Book accommodations 2+ months ahead.
February continues peak season. **South Beach Wine + Food Festival** (3rd weekend) draws 60,000+ + celebrity chefs from across the US. Tickets $300-1,500. Hotels at year-peak. Book everything 3+ months ahead.
**April is the sleeper-best Miami month.** Weather still warm + dry (29/21°C) but Spring Break ends mid-month, crowds thin, hotel rates drop 30% from March peak. **Miami Beach Pride** (2nd weekend, free) is the LGBTQ+ celebration. Best balance of weather + smaller crowds + value.
Miami Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (dry season peak) | 25° / 17° | 50mm | 6 | Very busy | Details → |
| February (dry season) | 26° / 17° | 60mm | 6 | Very busy | Details → |
| March (Spring Break + Calle Ocho) | 28° / 19° | 60mm | 6 | Very busy | Details → |
| April (sleeper-best month) | 29° / 21° | 75mm | 7 | Busy | Details → |
| May (rainy season begins) | 30° / 23° | 165mm | 11 | Moderate | Details → |
| June (hurricane season starts) | 31° / 24° | 230mm | 15 | Quiet | Details → |
| July (peak summer heat) | 32° / 25° | 165mm | 15 | Quiet | Details → |
| August (Joe's closed) | 32° / 25° | 200mm | 16 | Quiet | Details → |
| September (hurricane peak) | 31° / 25° | 235mm | 17 | Quiet | Details → |
| October (stone crab season begins!) | 30° / 23° | 180mm | 14 | Moderate | Details → |
| November (dry season returns) | 27° / 20° | 80mm | 8 | Busy | Details → |
| December (Art Basel + holiday) | 26° / 18° | 55mm | 7 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Miami by Season
Late spring — high 29°C, low 21°C. T-shirts + shorts + light layer evenings. Swimsuit + sunscreen mandatory.
Peak summer — high 32°C, low 25°C. Daily thunderstorms 4-6pm common. T-shirts + shorts + waterproof shell. Mosquito repellent + sunscreen mandatory.
Hurricane season ending + stone crab season starts Oct 15 — high 30°C, low 23°C. Heat decreasing. Stone crab claws return at Joe's.
Dry season — same as January. Slight UV increase; sunscreen mandatory.
Miami Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Miami? +
For weather, January (dry season peak), February (dry season), April (sleeper-best month) are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 25°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Miami? +
The hottest month is July (peak summer heat) with an average high of 32°C, and the coldest is January (dry season peak) with an average low of 17°C. The annual average is 29°C high / 21°C low.
When does it rain most in Miami? +
The wettest month is September (hurricane peak) (235mm over about 17 rainy days) and the driest is January (dry season peak) (50mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 1555mm.
What should I pack for Miami? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 29/21°C — Late spring — high 29°C, low 21°C. T-shirts + shorts + light layer evenings. Swimsuit + sunscreen mandatory. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 32/25°C — Peak summer — high 32°C, low 25°C. Daily thunderstorms 4-6pm common. T-shirts + shorts + waterproof shell. Mosquito repellent + sunscreen mandatory. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 29/23°C — Hurricane season ending + stone crab season starts Oct 15 — high 30°C, low 23°C. Heat decreasing. Stone crab claws return at Joe's. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 26/17°C — Dry season — same as January. Slight UV increase; sunscreen mandatory.
What is the weather in Miami this month (June (hurricane season starts))? +
June (hurricane season starts) averages 31°C high / 24°C low with 230mm rainfall over about 15 rainy days. Crowds are quiet and prices are low.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.