Best time to visit Miami
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart recolours live for your heat & sea limits 27°C · sea 29°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Default 29 °C is the Beach Climate Index "bathtub" line (Morgan et al.) — where the sea stops being refreshing and starts feeling like a warm bath.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Miami
20 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Miami).
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Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami - 2
Raccoon Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak - 3
Miami Helicopter Tour: Breathtaking Miami Skyline & Ocean Views - 4
Private Miami Boat Charter: Sightseeing, Sunset & Sandbar - 5
Speedboat Sightseeing Adventure of Miami - 6
Private Boat Ride in Miami with Experienced Captain and Champagne - 7
Miami: 2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise - 8
2 hrs Miami Private Boat with Cooler, Ice, Bluetooth Stereo - 9
Everglades Airboat Tour from Fort Lauderdale with transportation - 10
Round Trip Key West Day Trip from Miami with Activities - 11
Miami Boat Tour of Celebrity Homes - 12
Sail Biscayne Bay: An Intimate Eco-Adventure with Snorkeling - 13
Miami Sunset Champagne Cruise with Skyline Views - 14
Wynwood Graffiti Golf Cart Small-Group Tour - 15
Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride - 16
Miami Skyline Boat Cruise and Millionaire's Homes - 17
South Beach Miami Aerial Tour : Beaches, Mansions and Skyline - 18
Miami Half Day Deep Sea Fishing Trip from Bayside Marketplace - 19
50ft Luxury Yacht Rental in Miami Beach Captain, Fun & Party! - 20
Miami Airplane Tour: South Beach, Islands, Downtown Skyline
Last refreshed 2026-05-30.
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Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Miami (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Miami's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17–24 | 24 | 11 | 103 | 9.4 | 64% | 22 | 218 | 5 | Quiet | 8 |
| Feb | 19–25 | 25 | 13 | 130 | 10.0 | 65% | 23 | 215 | 6 | Quiet | 8 |
| Mar | 21–27 | 27 | 10 | 116 | 11.6 | 60% | 24 | 246 | 8 | Quiet | 8 |
| Apr | 22–28 | 29 | 14 | 153 | 10.9 | 61% | 23 | 264 | 9 | Quiet | 6 |
| May | 23–29 | 31 | 16 | 174 | 10.9 | 63% | 21 | 277 | 10 | Quiet | 5 |
| Jun | 24–30 | 33 | 24 | 263 | 11.0 | 74% | 18 | 233 | 9 | Quiet | 2 |
| Jul | 26–31 | 35 | 23 | 234 | 10.2 | 69% | 18 | 263 | 10 | Quiet | 2 |
| Aug | 26–31 | 35 | 26 | 248 | 9.5 | 68% | 18 | 261 | 9 | Peak | 2 |
| Sep | 25–30 | 35 | 24 | 257 | 10.7 | 72% | 17 | 218 | 8 | Moderate | 2 |
| Oct | 24–29 | 31 | 20 | 245 | 12.3 | 70% | 20 | 218 | 7 | Moderate | 3 |
| Nov | 22–27 | 28 | 14 | 187 | 13.4 | 68% | 22 | 201 | 5 | Peak | 6 |
| Dec | 19–25 | 25 | 11 | 147 | 13.4 | 66% | 21 | 202 | 4 | Busy | 7 |
UV Index in Miami by Month
UV index in Miami peaks at 10 (very high) in May, dropping to 4 (moderate) in December. March, April, May, June, July, August, September reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
January
8/1017–24°C · 11 rain days (103h) · 218 sun hours · 64% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 5 (moderate)
March
8/1021–27°C · 10 rain days (116h) · 246 sun hours · 60% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 8 (very high)
February
8/1019–25°C · 13 rain days (130h) · 215 sun hours · 65% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 6 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
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April
6/1022–28°C · 14 rain days (153h) · 264 sun hours · 61% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 9 (very high)
May
5/1023–29°C (feels 31°C) · 16 rain days (174h) · 277 sun hours · 63% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 10 (very high)
June
2/1024–30°C (feels 33°C) · 24 rain days (263h) · 233 sun hours · 74% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 9 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 11 (very high)
July
2/1026–31°C (feels 35°C) · 23 rain days (234h) · 263 sun hours · 69% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 10 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 11 (extreme)
August
2/1026–31°C (feels 35°C) · 26 rain days (248h) · 261 sun hours · 68% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 9 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 11 (very high)
September
2/1025–30°C (feels 35°C) · 24 rain days (257h) · 218 sun hours · 72% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 8 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 10 (very high)
October
3/1024–29°C (feels 31°C) · 20 rain days (245h) · 218 sun hours · 70% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
November
6/1022–27°C (feels 28°C) · 14 rain days (187h) · 201 sun hours · 68% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 6 (high)
December
7/1019–25°C · 11 rain days (147h) · 202 sun hours · 66% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 4 (moderate)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Miami
When is the best time to visit Miami?
January is the highest-scoring month (8/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 17–24°C (11 rainy days). The top three months by score are January, March, February.
What is the worst time to visit Miami?
August is the lowest-scoring month (2/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 26–31°C (26 rainy days).
Is Miami too hot in summer?
6 months (May, June, July, August, September, October) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Miami?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in April and peaks in November. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Miami have good weather but fewer tourists?
January (climate 8/10, crowd index 12) and February (climate 8/10, crowd index 10) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Miami by month?
UV peaks at 10 (very high) in May and is lowest in December at 4 (moderate). Monthly peak values: Jan 5, Feb 6, Mar 8, Apr 9, May 10, Jun 9, Jul 10, Aug 9, Sep 8, Oct 7, Nov 5, Dec 4. March, April, May, June, July, August, September reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Miami in May?
May is the peak UV month in Miami, with a daily-peak UV index of 10 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Miami on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. July is the worst case: typical days average UV 10 (very high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 11 (extreme) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: February, June, July, August, September, October, November. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Miami bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 2 months: June, July. The worst month is July with a typical-day mean of 13 µg/m³ (moderate); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 20 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.