Climate for Station: Miami Intl Ap, Florida, United States

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Virginia Gardens

Florida, United States of America

2026-02-28 21:30

25.3°C

Feels 28.6°C

H: 31.5°C / L: 20.9°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 4.7 kph

▲ 5.5°C vs historical high

Partly cloudy

2026-03-01

H: 26.4°C

L: 21.2°C

Rain: 88%

Rainfall: 1.4mm

Wind: 24.5kph

▲ 0.5°C

2026-03-02

H: 26°C

L: 20.4°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 22.7kph

▼ 0.1°C

2026-03-03

H: 29.2°C

L: 21.7°C

Rain: 76%

Rainfall: 0.37mm

Wind: 28.8kph

▲ 2.8°C

2026-03-04

H: 26.1°C

L: 22.8°C

Rain: 89%

Rainfall: 1.27mm

Wind: 27.7kph

▼ 0.1°C

2026-03-05

H: 26.4°C

L: 23.1°C

Rain: 88%

Rainfall: 0.89mm

Wind: 24.1kph

▲ 0.2°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Miami International Airport is experiencing a subtle warming trend, with highs rising by 0.21°C (0.38°F) over the long term and lows by 0.31°C (0.56°F). The precipitation distribution has become slightly more even, reflecting a decrease in the Precipitation Concentration Index from 14.12 to 12.81.

Tropical Climate Dynamics

Miami International Airport, located at 25.7881°N, 80.3169°W, experiences a tropical monsoon climate, classified as 'Am' in the Köppen system. This classification is characterised by a pronounced wet season and a relatively dry winter. The city's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Stream moderates temperature extremes, ensuring mild winters and hot, humid summers. The all-time temperature trends indicate a warming pattern, with highs increasing by 0.21°C (0.38°F) and lows by 0.31°C (0.56°F). This warming aligns with broader regional climate goals aimed at understanding and mitigating the impacts of climate change.

Temperature Trends: A Decade in Review

Over the past decade, Miami has seen a modest increase in high temperatures, with a rise of 0.20°C (0.36°F), while low temperatures have shown a negligible increase of 0.01°C (0.02°F). This recent trend suggests a stabilisation in nighttime temperatures, potentially influenced by urban heat island effects and increased vegetation in urban planning. The all-time trend, however, is more pronounced, indicating a consistent warming that is likely to influence future climate resilience strategies.

Precipitation Patterns: A Shift Towards Evenness

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) at Miami International Airport has decreased from a baseline of 14.12 to a current value of 12.81. This shift suggests that rainfall is becoming more evenly distributed throughout the year, with fewer intense, isolated events. A PCI under 10 indicates very even distribution, while values over 20 suggest high concentration. The current PCI reflects a slight change towards more regular precipitation, which may benefit water management and agricultural planning in the region.

Extreme Weather Records

Miami's climate extremes are marked by a record high of 36.7°C (98.1°F) and a record low of -1.1°C (30.0°F). These records highlight the city's vulnerability to both heatwaves and rare cold snaps, which can strain infrastructure and ecosystems. Understanding these extremes is crucial for developing adaptive strategies to protect both human and environmental health.

Broader Implications and Future Outlook

The observed warming trends and changes in precipitation distribution at Miami International Airport are consistent with larger patterns observed across the southeastern United States. These changes are critical for informing local and regional climate adaptation measures, particularly as Miami continues to face challenges related to sea-level rise and extreme weather events. The city's climate profile underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and research to support sustainable development and resilience in the face of climate change.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.20 °C/decade

Low: +0.01 °C/decade

Rain: +0.05 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.48 °C/decade

Low: +0.60 °C/decade

Rain: -0.09 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.33 °C/decade

Low: +0.39 °C/decade

Rain: -0.09 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.21 °C/decade

Low: +0.31 °C/decade

Rain: -0.10 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 62.5%

This Year: 53.2%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 12.8

Historical Average: 14.1

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 86^th percentile

Low: 87^th percentile

Rain: 16^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -12.0%

Low: -22.8%

Intraday: -30.6%

Data Coverage

92.0%

First Year of Data

1948

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Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Avg Snow
Record	36.7 °C	—	7.1 °C	32.1 °C	—	2.4 °C	28.9 °C	—	-1.1 °C	292.4 mm	—	—
January	31.1 °C	24.4 °C	8.4 °C	26.5 °C	20.1 °C	4.7 °C	25.0 °C	15.6 °C	-1.1 °C	61.0 mm	1.6 mm	0.0 mm
February	31.7 °C	25.3 °C	11.1 °C	27.2 °C	21.1 °C	6.3 °C	25.0 °C	16.6 °C	1.7 °C	115.3 mm	1.7 mm	0.0 mm
March	33.9 °C	26.8 °C	11.7 °C	29.4 °C	22.7 °C	10.5 °C	26.7 °C	18.3 °C	0.0 °C	179.6 mm	1.8 mm	0.0 mm
April	36.1 °C	28.4 °C	18.9 °C	30.0 °C	24.5 °C	13.0 °C	26.7 °C	20.4 °C	5.6 °C	123.2 mm	2.4 mm	0.0 mm
May	36.7 °C	30.1 °C	22.8 °C	30.9 °C	26.4 °C	19.9 °C	28.3 °C	22.5 °C	12.8 °C	292.4 mm	4.3 mm	0.0 mm
June	36.7 °C	31.4 °C	24.4 °C	31.2 °C	27.8 °C	21.6 °C	28.9 °C	24.1 °C	15.6 °C	167.6 mm	7.4 mm	0.0 mm
July	36.7 °C	32.2 °C	25.6 °C	32.1 °C	28.6 °C	23.7 °C	28.9 °C	24.9 °C	20.6 °C	114.6 mm	5.3 mm	0.0 mm
August	36.7 °C	32.3 °C	26.7 °C	31.5 °C	28.6 °C	23.9 °C	28.9 °C	25.0 °C	20.0 °C	162.8 mm	6.1 mm	0.0 mm
September	36.1 °C	31.5 °C	23.9 °C	31.8 °C	27.9 °C	23.0 °C	28.9 °C	24.5 °C	20.0 °C	180.4 mm	6.7 mm	0.0 mm
October	35.0 °C	29.7 °C	21.1 °C	30.7 °C	26.3 °C	15.0 °C	28.9 °C	22.7 °C	10.6 °C	252.7 mm	4.6 mm	0.0 mm
November	32.8 °C	27.2 °C	16.7 °C	28.9 °C	23.7 °C	12.8 °C	27.2 °C	19.5 °C	3.9 °C	172.2 mm	2.1 mm	0.0 mm
December	31.7 °C	25.3 °C	7.1 °C	27.3 °C	21.5 °C	2.4 °C	26.1 °C	17.0 °C	-1.1 °C	111.3 mm	1.5 mm	0.0 mm