Month guide · Miami · United States
Miami in July
What July is really like in Miami: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Christina Rutz, CC BY 2.0
Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 17 rainy days and roughly 13.6 hours of daylight. Very hot and humid, with storms most afternoons and bath-warm sea; mornings are best for the beach.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 17
- Daylight
- About 13.6 hours
- Sea temperature
- 30°C (86°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in July
July is the 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 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 17 of its 31 days. Compared with June (31°C (88°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:39
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 20:15
- Daylight
- About 13.6 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, July rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in July
- Fourth of July fireworks on Miami Beach and the bayfront (4 July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Neighbourhood · Design District
Miami Design District
Visit the free ICA Miami and its sculpture garden, then walk through Palm Court for the architecture.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Art
- Architecture
- Free
Park · South Beach
South Pointe Park
At the southern tip of Miami Beach, South Pointe Park has lawns, a playground, a waterfront promenade and a fishing pier overlooking Government Cut, the channel where cruise ships pass close to shore on their way out to sea.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Views
- Kids
- Couples
Historic site · Homestead
Coral Castle
Combine it with Biscayne National Park or the Everglades entrance near Homestead.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Off the beaten path
- Kids
Historic site · South Beach
Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach
The memorial centres on a large bronze sculpture of an outstretched arm covered with human figures, surrounded by a reflecting pool and granite walls of names and photographs.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Free
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 25°C and 17 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 July a good time to visit Miami?
A quieter month with trade-offs, 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 July a good time to visit Miami?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Very hot and humid, with storms most afternoons and bath-warm sea; mornings are best for the beach.
+How warm is Miami in July?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Miami in July?
Expect rain on about 17 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.