🇺🇸 Miami vs Phoenix 🇺🇸

Miami, United States vs Phoenix, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Phoenix is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. Phoenix is drier, with roughly 63 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Miami🇺🇸 Phoenix
Avg annual high29°C30°C
Hottest monthAugust (33°C)July (41°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (16°C low)January (6°C low)
Rainy days / year12663
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberFebruary, March, November

🇺🇸 Miami

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

🇺🇸 Phoenix

Best around February, March, November. Hottest in July (41°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Miami or Phoenix warmer?

Phoenix is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Miami or Phoenix?

Miami is rainier — Phoenix sees about 63 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Miami vs Phoenix?

Miami is best around January, February, December; Phoenix is best around February, March, November.

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