Miami in March

In March, Miami averages 27°C (81°F) during the day and 19°C (66°F) at night, with around 6 days of rain (76 mm total).

Peak season

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

March is a great month to visit Miami: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

27°C
Avg high
19°C
Avg low
6
Rain days
76 mm
Rainfall

How March compares to the rest of the year in Miami

8th
warmest month of the 12
10th
wettest month of the 12
5%
of yearly rainfall falls in March
11 h 59 min
daylight on the 15th

March is in the middle of the year for warmth in Miami (8th of 12) and one of the driest months (10th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (29°C). March runs 1°C warmer than February (26°C) and warms a further 1°C into April (28°C).

March sunrise & sunset in Miami

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:30 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
7:29 PM
Day length
11 h 59 min

Times shown for Miami local time (America/New_York), calculated for the 15th of March. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Miami — March

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of March, in Miami's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:30 AM – 7:10 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:10 AM – 8:10 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
6:49 PM – 7:49 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
7:49 PM – 8:29 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — Miami in March

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on March's tier (Peak season) and Miami's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
4-6 months
Flight prices are near their annual peak. Watch fare-alert tools, book directly when you see a fare under the typical range for this city.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
5-7 months
Boutique hotels and tourist-zone properties fill 6 months out. If you're looking at a specific named hotel or rental, book it the moment you can.

Crowds & pricing — March in Miami

Peak season

Miami is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.

Why this tier: excellent tourism weather beach-season conditions

Sun & mosquito risk — March in Miami

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
11.1
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●○○
Moderate
Active mosquito season. DEET 25-30% repellent recommended, especially at dawn/dusk.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in Miami — March

25.6°C (78°F)
warm
comfortable for extended swimming

Across the year Miami's sea swings from 22.6°C (January) to 32.2°C (July) — March sits at 25.6°C.

Miami in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 25°C / 77°F 16°C / 61°F 41 mm 6 0
February 26°C / 79°F 17°C / 63°F 56 mm 6 0
March 27°C / 81°F 19°C / 66°F 76 mm 6 0
April 28°C / 82°F 20°C / 68°F 79 mm 6 0
May 30°C / 86°F 23°C / 73°F 145 mm 10 0
June 31°C / 88°F 25°C / 77°F 240 mm 15 0
July 32°C / 90°F 25°C / 77°F 165 mm 16 0
August 33°C / 91°F 26°C / 79°F 219 mm 18 0
September 31°C / 88°F 25°C / 77°F 240 mm 17 0
October 30°C / 86°F 23°C / 73°F 168 mm 12 0
November 27°C / 81°F 20°C / 68°F 84 mm 8 0
December 26°C / 79°F 17°C / 63°F 51 mm 6 0

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Miami in March?

In March, Miami averages a high of 27°C (81°F) and a low of 19°C (66°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Miami in March?

March sees occasional rain in Miami, with about 6 rainy days on average.

Is March a good time to visit Miami?

March is warm. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Miami in March?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full March packing list for Miami for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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