Miami Beach at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – May
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 29.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,810 h
- Rain a year
- 1,076 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC−5 / UTC−4
- Elevation
- 1 m
Climate in Miami Beach
Miami Beach has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 23 °C. With around 2,810 hours of sunshine a year, Miami Beach is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.7 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: October – May
October is the peak of the hurricane season
What is the weather like in Miami Beach in October?
In October, Miami Beach is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 109 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 35 min07:18 – 18:54
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 27 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 54 %on average
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC−4America/New_York
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %68 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %29 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sea temperature in Miami Beach
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.8 – 29.0 °C
Swimming season: All year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Miami Beach ranges from 24.6 °C in January to 29.9 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
From October to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 29.1 and 30.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 24.6° | 23.6° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 24.6° | 23.8° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 24.9° | 24.1° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 25.8° | 25.0° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 27.1° | 26.5° | 27.6° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.4° | 28.0° | 28.9° | warm |
| JulyJul | 29.4° | 28.8° | 30.0° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.9° | 29.1° | 30.4° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.4° | 28.8° | 30.0° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.4° | 27.8° | 29.0° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.9° | 26.2° | 27.5° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 25.7° | 25.0° | 26.3° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Miami Beach
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.1 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Miami Beach, 61 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Miami Beach: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Miami Beach has about 14 rainy days with 109 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 79 | 23° | 18° | 24.6° | 7.1 h | 7 | 40 |
| FebruaryFeb | 87 | 24° | 19° | 24.6° | 7.4 h | 6 | 35 |
| MarchMar | 93 | 25° | 20° | 24.9° | 7.8 h | 6 | 45 |
| AprilApr | 94 | 27° | 22° | 25.8° | 8.7 h | 8 | 53 |
| MayMay | 87 | 28° | 24° | 27.1° | 8.6 h | 12 | 93 |
| JuneJun | 76 | 29° | 25° | 28.4° | 7.8 h | 20 | 164 |
| JulyJul | 78 | 30° | 26° | 29.4° | 8.5 h | 21 | 117 |
| AugustAug | 78 | 30° | 26° | 29.9° | 8.4 h | 22 | 149 |
| SeptemberSep | 74 | 29° | 26° | 29.4° | 7.2 h | 21 | 170 |
| OctoberOct | 80 | 28° | 24° | 28.4° | 7.1 h | 14 | 109 |
| NovemberNov | 86 | 26° | 22° | 26.9° | 6.7 h | 8 | 56 |
| DecemberDec | 84 | 24° | 20° | 25.7° | 6.9 h | 7 | 46 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
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Best time to visit Miami Beach
The best time to visit Miami Beach is from October to May. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from November to May. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to April. Rain is most frequent from June to October; the wettest month is September with 170 mm.
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Your best months: March – May
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun – Oct
12 or more rainy days
Miami Beach month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
79January23° · Sea 25° · 7 h
In January, Miami Beach is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 40 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in January87February24° · Sea 25° · 7 h
In February, Miami Beach is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in February93March25° · Sea 25° · 8 h
In March, Miami Beach is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in March94April27° · Sea 26° · 9 h
In April, Miami Beach is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in April87May28° · Sea 27° · 9 h
In May, Miami Beach is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 93 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in May76June29° · Sea 28° · 8 h
In June, Miami Beach is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 164 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in June78July30° · Sea 29° · 9 h
In July, Miami Beach is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 117 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in July78August30° · Sea 30° · 8 h
In August, Miami Beach is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 149 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in August74September29° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In September, Miami Beach is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 170 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in September80October28° · Sea 28° · 7 h
In October, Miami Beach is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 109 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in October86November26° · Sea 27° · 7 h
In November, Miami Beach is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 56 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in November84December24° · Sea 26° · 7 h
In December, Miami Beach is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Miami Beach.
Miami Beach in DecemberPlanning a trip to Miami Beach
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 5 min
- Distance
- 7,100 km
- Time zone
- UTC−4
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Miami Beach lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM); not a forecast.
Frequently asked questions about Miami Beach
When is the best time to visit Miami Beach?
The best time to visit Miami Beach is from October to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Miami Beach?
The sea temperature in Miami Beach ranges from 24.6 °C in January to 29.9 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Miami Beach in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Miami Beach?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 23 °C.
When does it rain most in Miami Beach?
Rain is most frequent from June to October; the wettest month is September with 170 mm. The driest month is February with 35 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Miami Beach get?
Miami Beach gets around 2,810 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.7 hours a day; in November there are 6.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Miami Beach in?
Miami Beach uses the time zone America/New_York: UTC−5 in January and UTC−4 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Miami Beach?
A nonstop flight from London to Miami Beach takes about 9 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,100 km.
When is hurricane season in Miami Beach?
Miami Beach lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
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