Early winter · Weather & things to do
Miami in December
Miami edges cooler than November, with highs of 75°F (24°C), lows of 71°F (21°C) and about 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain.
At 86/100 for comfort (6th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 75°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 71°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (51 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 24 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 75°F (24°C).
Lows average 71°F (21°C).
With 77% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is moderate at about 2.0 in (51 mm) for the month.
Plan around December
December is one of Miami's best months on the climate data.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 24 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from November (88 → 86/100).
- December sits inside the Dec – May window our Florida Keys Adventure route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes75°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Miami in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Joe's Stone Crab
South Beach institution since 1913, famous for stone crab claws and key lime pie.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Oct–May.
Máximo Gómez Park (Domino Park)
Calle Ocho park where older Cuban men play dominoes all day.
Why now December scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
1916 Italian Renaissance-style villa with formal gardens on Biscayne Bay.
Art Deco Welcome Center
Base for guided walking tours of the 1930s pastel hotels along Ocean Drive.
Ball & Chain
Revived 1935 Calle Ocho bar with live Latin music and a pineapple-shaped stage.
Nearby in December
- Key Largo in December~49 mi · highs 76°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Everglades in December~55 mi · highs 75°F, 1.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in December~101 mi · highs 76°F, 1.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Key West in December~130 mi · highs 76°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
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 December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Miami?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 75°F (24°C) and 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain. December is inside the Dec – May window our Florida Keys Adventure route recommends.
How hot is Miami in December?
Average highs are 75°F (24°C) and average lows 71°F (21°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Miami in December?
Not much: about 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 52.2 in (1327 mm).
What should I pack for Miami in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (75°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in December
- Florida Keys Adventure Dec – May
Planning Miami in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.