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Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
701 Brickell Avenue
Suite 2700
Miami, Florida 33131
(305) 539-3000
www.MiamiAndBeaches.com
When to Go to Miami
Miami and Miami Beach are year-round destinations, although most visitors come in October through April. Hotels, restaurants, shops, and attractions are busy then, and special events and the performing arts take center stage -- so be prepared for in-season rates and low availability. Summer is a good time for budget-minded visitors; many hotels lower their rates considerably, and even nice restaurants may offer discounts (check newspapers). If you're traveling to other Florida destinations, you may also want to consider the fall and late spring, when many rates are as good as in summer -- and rates plummet in the Keys and Orlando.
Climate
Miamians brag about South Florida winters -- dry, clear blue skies, temperatures in the 60s and low 70s, and humidity-free, good-hair days. Even better, there's little difference between winter, late fall, and early spring. Good thing, since Greater Miami is often hot and humid in the summer, though temperatures rarely reach the high 90s. Along the coast ocean breezes make summer quite bearable, and afternoon thunderstorms disappear as quickly as they come. Hurricane season officially begins June 1 and ends on November 30. Severe storms can interrupt public services. In the rare instance of a hurricane, Miami-Dade County may order evacuation of storm-surge areas. Most hotels have emergency plans to assist tourists, although if availability is scarce at inland hotels, you may find yourself at a shelter. If before you leave, you're advised South Florida is under a hurricane watch, consider postponing your plans.
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