🇺🇸 Miami vs San Francisco 🇺🇸

Miami, United States vs San Francisco, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Miami is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. San Francisco is drier, with roughly 62 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Miami🇺🇸 San Francisco
Avg annual high29°C19°C
Hottest monthAugust (33°C)September (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (16°C low)January (8°C low)
Rainy days / year12664
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Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberJune, July, August

🇺🇸 Miami

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

🇺🇸 San Francisco

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in September (24°C), coldest lows in January (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Miami or San Francisco warmer?

Miami is warmer overall, averaging about 10 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Miami or San Francisco?

Miami is rainier — San Francisco sees about 62 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Miami vs San Francisco?

Miami is best around January, February, December; San Francisco is best around June, July, August.

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