Miami vs Los Angeles

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Los Angeles edges ahead as the better destination in December. Los Angeles offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Miami sees 1 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Miami sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Los Angeles is also comfortable at 19°C.

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

Miami reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Los Angeles averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 9°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 December.

Miami receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Los Angeles sees 52 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 1 rain day and 18 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Miami averages 78% while Los Angeles sits at 70%. Miami will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.