Month guide · Miami · United States
Miami in August
What August is really like in Miami: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
August is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 19 rainy days and roughly 13 hours of daylight. Peak heat and humidity as hurricane risk rises; hotel deals and Miami Spice soften the weather.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 19
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Sea temperature
- 30°C (86°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in August
August is the 2nd-warmest month in Miami: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 19 of its 31 days. Compared with July (32°C (90°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:54
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 19:57
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Sea
- 30°C (86°F)
Spring (March–May). Hot sunny days and warm sea, with spring break and festival crowds in March and the rainy season starting by late May.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes August one of the better-value months to book.
Events in August
- Miami Spice — fixed-price menus at well-known restaurants (usually August and September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in August
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Downtown Miami
Frost Science Museum
The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science in Museum Park has a three-level aquarium built around a huge Gulf Stream tank, a planetarium and hands-on science galleries for all ages.
- Time needed
- 3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Nature
Beach · South Beach
South Beach
For a calmer stretch, walk south to South Pointe Park, where the pier looks out at cruise ships heading to sea.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Architecture · South Beach
Art Deco Historic District
Miami Beach's Art Deco district has hundreds of 1920s–1940s buildings, many restored in pastel colours, with porthole windows, neon signs and 'eyebrow' sunshades over the windows.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Architecture
- History
- Free
- Iconic
- After dark
- Photo spot
Gallery · Wynwood
Wynwood Walls
The walls inside the ticketed garden are the best known, but the surrounding streets are free; come in the late afternoon and stay for dinner.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Photo spot
- Iconic
- Food
The sea averages 30°C (86°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Miami.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 26°C and 19 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Miami?
A month many travellers avoid, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, December–April are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Miami?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Peak heat and humidity as hurricane risk rises; hotel deals and Miami Spice soften the weather.
+How warm is Miami in August?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Miami in August?
Expect rain on about 19 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.