The weather in Miami is distinguished by a subtropical climate, marked by plenty of hours of sunshine throughout the year. A cool wind moderates the humid summer temperatures, and rainfall occurs mainly during summer.

Winters are short and warm, and are also the drier season. Miami doesn't have distinct autumn and spring seasons, but temperatures during these months are mild and can be hot at times. Summer (June to September) temperatures average around 90°F (32°C) whereas winter (December to February) temperatures range between 60°F (16°C) and 75°F (24°C).

Miami has never officially recorded any snowfall, but there is an occasional cold front during the winter months, when temperatures can drop below 50°F (10°C). While fairly rare, Miami experiences hurricanes of varying degrees of seriousness every five to eight years. New arrivals are encouraged to get regular news updates and follow official safety precautions during hurricane events.

 

What do expats say about the weather in Miami?

"Miami is a great city to live and work in, ideally located for doing business with the Americas and Europe and very easy to adapt to, if you don’t mind the summer heat and humidity. But I reassure you, during those months, you quickly learn to hop from one air-conditioned location to another." Read about about Emmanuelle, a French expat, and her move to Miami. 

Further reading

►See Moving to Miami for an overview of the city

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