🇺🇸 Miami vs 🇺🇸 Los Angeles

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Miami

broken clouds

81°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 85°F

H 83°F / L 79°F

Humidity: 69%

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Los Angeles

clear sky

87°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 83°F

H 90°F / L 78°F

Humidity: 12%

Climate Overview

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Miami

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, distinct wet and dry seasons

Best monthsDecember, January, February, March
AvoidAugust, September (hurricane season peak, extreme humidity)
Annual rain62 inches (1,575 mm)

Miami's climate is tropical — warm year-round with a distinct dry season (November–April) and wet season (May–October) that brings daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. The winter from December–March is essentially perfect outdoor weather.

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Los Angeles

Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsMarch, April, May, October, November
AvoidJanuary–February (rainy season), August (hot inland, gloomy coast)
Annual rain14 inches (356 mm)

Los Angeles has one of the most consistent climates on Earth. Coastal areas stay mild year-round; inland valleys can be dramatically hotter in summer and colder on winter nights. The infamous June Gloom socks coastal areas in marine layer fog May–July until midday.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Miami🇺🇸 Los Angeles
Spring

60–74°F

March–May

Summer

84–91°F

June–October

68–88°F

June–September

Fall

75–84°F

November

62–79°F

October–November

Winter

68–82°F

December–April

55–68°F

December–February

Miami vs Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Miami or Los Angeles have better weather?

Miami and Los Angeles have very different climates. Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, distinct wet and dry seasons Los Angeles: Mediterranean — warm dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Miami vs Los Angeles?

Best time for Miami: December, January, February, March. Best time for Los Angeles: March, April, May, October, November.

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