Los Angeles vs Miami

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Los Angeles edges ahead as the better destination in May. Los Angeles offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Miami sees 7 sunshine hours and 17 rain days.

Los Angeles sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Miami runs hot at 32°C.

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

Los Angeles reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Miami averages 32°C (90°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Los Angeles receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Miami sees 201 mm over 17 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 16 rain days and 186 mm of total precipitation.

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