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Miami in August
Miami's warmest month brings highs averaging 86°F (30°C), lows of 83°F (28°C) and about 7.2 in (182 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 56/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 83°F (28°C)
- Rain
- 7.2 in (182 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 86°F (30°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 83°F (28°C).
With 77% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.2 in (182 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 60/100 in July to 56/100.
- Our Florida Keys Adventure route recommends Dec – May, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes86°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Miami in August
With 7.2 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Wynwood Walls
Outdoor gallery of large murals by international street artists.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.2 in of rain.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
1916 Italian Renaissance-style villa with formal gardens on Biscayne Bay.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in August.
Ball & Chain
Revived 1935 Calle Ocho bar with live Latin music and a pineapple-shaped stage.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.2 in of rain.
Versailles Restaurant
Landmark Cuban restaurant on Calle Ocho since 1971.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Lummus Park Beach
South Beach's main stretch of sand, backed by Ocean Drive's Art Deco hotels.
Nearby in August
- Key Largo in August~49 mi · highs 86°F, 7.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Everglades in August~55 mi · highs 87°F, 7.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in August~101 mi · highs 86°F, 6.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Key West in August~130 mi · highs 86°F, 6.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
These averages also cover Downtown Miami & Bayfront and South Beach.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Miami in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Miami?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 56/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 7.2 in (182 mm) of rain. Our Florida Keys Adventure route recommends Dec – May, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Miami in August?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 83°F (28°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Miami in August?
Yes: about 7.2 in (182 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 52.2 in (1327 mm).
What should I pack for Miami in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (86°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Miami in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.