Los Angeles vs Miami

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Los Angeles edges ahead as the better destination in August. Los Angeles offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 2 rain days, while Miami sees 6 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.

Los Angeles sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Miami runs hot at 31°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Los Angeles is the stronger choice in August.

Los Angeles reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Miami averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Los Angeles receives approximately 27 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during August. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Miami sees 175 mm over 15 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 13 rain days and 148 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Los Angeles averages 65% while Miami sits at 78%. Miami will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.