🇺🇸 Boston vs Miami 🇺🇸

Boston, United States vs Miami, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Miami is the warmer of the two — about 14 degrees warmer on average across the year. Boston is drier, with roughly 2 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Boston🇺🇸 Miami
Avg annual high15°C29°C
Hottest monthJuly (28°C)August (33°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-6°C low)January (16°C low)
Rainy days / year124126
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberJanuary, February, December

🇺🇸 Boston

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (28°C), coldest lows in January (-6°C).

🇺🇸 Miami

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in August (33°C), coldest lows in January (16°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Boston or Miami warmer?

Miami is warmer overall, averaging about 14 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Boston or Miami?

Miami is rainier — Boston sees about 2 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Boston vs Miami?

Boston is best around May, June, September; Miami is best around January, February, December.

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