Miami

Miami is a coastal city in southeast Florida, known for Art Deco beaches, Cuban food and Latin American culture. Go from November to April for the warm, dry season.

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Miami is a coastal city in southeast Florida and the second-largest city in the state. About 70% of its residents are Hispanic or Latino, Cubans form the largest group, and Spanish is the majority language. The city is also a major base for finance, trade and the arts, which is why it is often called the Gateway to Latin America. Visitors come for the beaches, Art Deco buildings and food.

Plan the trip around Miami Beach, with its beaches and Art Deco District, then add Wynwood's galleries and murals, Cuban food in Little Havana and the Everglades along the city's western edge. The warm, dry season runs from November to April, and winter average highs from December to March range from 76.4 to 80.3°F. Summer is hot and wet, with afternoon thunderstorms, and hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. Pick a base in South Beach, Brickell or Downtown, then choose your days by area.

Miami in five

Choose South Beach or Brickell before you bookSouth Beach is for beach and nightlife on foot. Brickell and Downtown are for city dining, transit and business-style hotels. Wynwood is for murals and galleries.Where to stay in Miami
Plan around hurricane seasonThe Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Summers are also hot, humid and stormy, so winter and spring are the dry, popular months.Best time to visit Miami
Skip the rental car if you stay on the Beach or in BrickellRideshares, the Metrorail and the free Metromover loop downtown cover most trips. Rent a car only for the Everglades, Key West or Naples.Miami in 3 days
Budget the $100 fee for the EvergladesEverglades is one of 11 national parks that charge non-US residents aged 16 and over $100 each on top of entry. A day there adds real cost, so compare it with the annual pass.Everglades National Park
Compare the total hotel priceMany beachfront hotels add resort fees and charge for parking. Compare the full nightly cost, not the headline rate.

Things to do in Miami

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Museum · MiamiThe BassCheck the museum website for current exhibitions and programs before you go.

Sight · MiamiSouth Beach

Sight · MiamiBiltmore Hotel Miami Coral GablesArrive at the pool early if you want a choice of chairs, which can fill up.

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Need to know

Airport: Miami International (MIA); Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the main alternative
Getting there: Fly to MIA; Brightline trains link Miami with Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Orlando
Getting around: Rideshare, Metrorail, free Metromover downtown; car for the Keys and Everglades
Best base: South Beach for the beach; Brickell or Downtown for transit and dining
Time needed: 3 to 4 days; add 2 for the Keys or the Everglades

Weather by month

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JanuaryPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh23°Low18°Dry, peak season
FebruaryRain12 rainy daysHigh25°Low20°Dry, peak season
MarchPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh26°Low21°Dry, spring break
AprilRain13 rainy daysHigh27°Low23°Warm, dry
MayRain17 rainy daysHigh28°Low24°Humid, rain starts
JuneRain22 rainy daysHigh30°Low26°Wet, hurricanes
JulyRain22 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh31°Low27°Hot, storms
AugustRain24 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh31°Low27°Hottest, storms
SeptemberRain24 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh30°Low26°Peak hurricane risk
OctoberRain20 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°Hurricane risk
NovemberRain13 rainy daysHigh26°Low22°Dry returns
DecemberPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh25°Low21°Art Week, dry

Average daily high and low in Miami, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

Festivals: Mar Ultra Music Festival

Best time to visit Miami

Right now in Miami

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 29°
Humidity: 81%
Wind: 16 km/h
Chance of rain: 57%

Miami

03:36 PM

Monday, November 2

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Today28°22°57%Monday: Rain. High 28°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 57%.
Tue27°23°55%Tuesday: Rain. High 27°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 55%.
Wed28°25°47%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 47%.
Thu28°26°23%Thursday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 23%.
Fri30°26°6%Friday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 6%.
Sat27°24°10%Saturday: Drizzle. High 27°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 10%.
Sun28°24°9%Sunday: Cloudy. High 28°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 9%.

Updated 03:23 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 EUR = 1.116 USD

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What's on in Miami

Concerts, festivals and big events in and around the city

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MarUltra Music FestivalMiami

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Before you go to Miami

Beach and city hotelsSouth Beach, Brickell and WynwoodCheck availability

Everglades and Miami toursAirboat, boat and food toursCompare tours

eSIM for the USAData on landing, no SIM swapRead the guide

Travel insurance for the USMedical cover for visitorsRead the guide

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Rules for Miami, checked

Travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries need an ESTA to enter the US. Others need a visa. Check eligibility on the official CBP ESTA site before you book flights.Source
Alligators live in the Everglades and have entered some Miami communities and highways. Feeding them is illegal in Florida, so keep food and bait away from the water. Check the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission site for current wildlife rules.Source
Declare any fruit, plants, meat and other food on your customs form when you land at Miami International Airport. The CBP site lists current restricted items.Source

All Miami guides

Where to stayWhere to stay in Miami: five bases, from South Beach to BrickellChecked Oct 1, 2026

ItineraryMiami in 3 days: beach, murals, Little Havana and a day outChecked Oct 1, 2026

When to goBest time to visit Miami: dry season, hurricanes and crowds by monthChecked Oct 1, 2026

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Miami FAQ

How many days do you need in Miami?

Three days covers South Beach, Wynwood and Little Havana at an easy pace. Four days adds the Everglades or a boat day. Add two more if you want to drive to Key West.

Where should I stay in Miami for the first time?

South Beach if you want the beach and nightlife on foot, or Brickell if you prefer transit and city dining. Mid-Beach is the calmer beach option.

Do you need a car in Miami?

Not if you stay in Miami Beach or Brickell. Rideshares, the Metrorail and Metromover cover most trips. Rent one for the Everglades, Key West or Naples, and check parking costs first.

Is Miami worth visiting in summer?

It can be, with lower hotel prices, but it is hot and humid, with daily storms and hurricane risk from June to November. Check the forecast and cancellation terms before you book.

Is Miami safe for tourists?

Most visitor areas are busy and well policed, and normal city precautions apply. Keep valuables out of sight, use licensed rideshares at night and check local advice for neighborhoods you plan to visit.

Miami or Fort Lauderdale: which is better?

Miami for nightlife, dining and art; Fort Lauderdale for a calmer, cheaper beach base and cruises. They are 40 to 60 minutes apart by car or Brightline, so you can see both.