Miami vs Los Angeles

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.

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

Miami reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Los Angeles averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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.

Miami receives approximately 52 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Los Angeles sees 75 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 2 rain days and 23 mm of total precipitation.

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