Los Angeles vs Miami

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Los Angeles edges ahead as the better destination in January. Los Angeles offers 1 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Miami sees 9 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.

Los Angeles sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Miami is also comfortable at 23°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Los Angeles is the stronger choice in January. Miami receives 8 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Los Angeles reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Miami averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. There is a notable 7°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 January.

Los Angeles receives approximately 75 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Miami sees 52 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 2 rain days and 23 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Los Angeles averages 65% while Miami sits at 70%. Miami will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.