Month guide · Miami · United States
Miami in February
What February 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
February is one of the best months to visit Miami. Expect average highs of 25°C (77°F), lows of 17°C (63°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 11.3 hours of daylight. One of the best months for weather: dry, sunny and comfortable, with high hotel prices.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 25°C (77°F) / 17°C (63°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 23°C (73°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in Miami: days average 25°C (77°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 17°C (63°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 28 days. Compared with January (24°C (75°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 26°C (79°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:56
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:14
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Sea
- 23°C (73°F)
Autumn (September–November). Peak hurricane risk in September and early October, then drier, fresher weather and the return of high season by late November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Miami International Boat Show (usually February)
- South Beach Wine & Food Festival (usually late February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Zoo · South Miami-Dade
Zoo Miami
Zoo Miami, about 35 km south-west of Downtown, groups animals by region in open habitats, with Asian, African and Australian species and Florida wildlife.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
Park · South Beach
South Pointe Park
Come in the late afternoon, when cruise ships often depart and the light falls on the water.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Views
- Kids
- Couples
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 23°C (73°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Miami.
What to pack
For highs near 25°C, lows near 17°C and 6 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Miami?
One of the best months to visit Miami, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are March–April and December–January. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Miami?
It is one of the best months to visit Miami. One of the best months for weather: dry, sunny and comfortable, with high hotel prices.
+How warm is Miami in February?
Average highs are around 25°C (77°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Miami in February?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.