🇺🇸 Seattle vs 🇺🇸 Miami

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Seattle

overcast clouds

43°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 35°F

H 44°F / L 41°F

Humidity: 89%

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Miami

light rain

77°F

Light Rain

Feels like 78°F

H 79°F / L 75°F

Humidity: 81%

Climate Overview

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Seattle

Seattle's climate is defined by the Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains to the west, and the Cascades to the east. The rain shadow effect of the Olympics makes Seattle significantly drier than the Washington coast. Summers are glorious (July averages less rainfall than Miami); winters are grey and drizzly but rarely brutal.

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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.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Seattle🇺🇸 Miami
Summer

84–91°F

June–October

Fall

75–84°F

November

Winter

68–82°F

December–April

Seattle vs Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Seattle or Miami have better weather?

Seattle and Miami have very different climates. Seattle's climate is defined by the Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains to the west, and the Cascades Miami: Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, distinct wet and dry seasons. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Seattle vs Miami?

Best time for Seattle: spring and fall. Best time for Miami: December, January, February, March.

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