01Weather
Miami weather in March
Afternoons in March average 27.9 °C (82 °F) and nights cool to 19.7 °C (67 °F). The month brings about 52 mm (2.0 in) of rain spread over roughly 4 days. Compared with February it is 1.1 °C warmer; April is 1.5 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical March | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 31 °C / 87 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 25 °C / 77 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 15 °C / 59 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 6.6 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 13 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest March day 2016–2025 | 33.3 °C / 10.6 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 March | 06:43 | 18:22 | 11.6 h |
| 15 March | 07:29 | 19:29 | 12.0 h |
| 31 March | 07:12 | 19:36 | 12.4 h |
Daylight grows by about 48 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/New_York), including the clock change on the last Sunday of March.
03Crowds
How busy Miami is in March
very busy The main sights are very busy in March. What drives it:
- spring break
- Miami Open tennis
- Ultra Music Festival
- Calle Ocho
04Public holidays
Public holidays in March 2027
No public holidays in United States fall in March, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Miami in March
Every year in March
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calle Ocho Music Festival | a Sunday in March, Little Havana | festival |
| Ultra Music Festival | late March, Bayfront Park | music |
| Miami Open | late March to early April, Hard Rock Stadium | sport |
07Packing
What to pack for Miami in March
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- something for heat: 7 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
March is spring-break month, with college crowds on South Beach for most of the month, Ultra at Bayfront Park in the last weekend, Calle Ocho in Little Havana on a Sunday in mid-March and the Miami Open tennis at Hard Rock Stadium in the second half. Weather is close to perfect, with afternoons around 26 °C and rain on about five days. Expect the year's highest rates and noise on Ocean Drive; Key Biscayne, Coral Gables and Surfside are calmer.
Miami Beach has restricted alcohol sales and parking on South Beach during spring break in recent years, with curfews announced at short notice. Sea temperatures reach 25 °C. The Everglades remain dry and good for wildlife. Hotel bookings for Ultra weekend and the Open should be made months ahead. The crowds thin after Easter; the second half of April is the first value window.
09Compare
Miami month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25 °C | 16 °C | 5 | – | very busy | Good |
| February | 27 °C | 19 °C | 5 | – | very busy | Good |
| March | 28 °C | 20 °C | 4 | – | very busy | Good |
| April | 29 °C | 22 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 31 °C | 24 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
| June | 32 °C | 25 °C | 14 | – | moderate | Mixed |
| July | 33 °C | 26 °C | 14 | – | moderate | Mixed |
| August | 33 °C | 26 °C | 16 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| September | 32 °C | 25 °C | 15 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| October | 31 °C | 24 °C | 11 | – | moderate | Good |
| November | 28 °C | 21 °C | 7 | – | busy | Excellent |
| December | 26 °C | 19 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about March? See the best time to visit Miami.
10Elsewhere
March in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Orlando in March | 27 °C | 3 |
| Cancún in March | 29 °C | – |
| New York City in March | 11 °C | 8 |
| Toronto in March | 6 °C | 8 |
| Las Vegas in March | 21 °C | 1 |
| Los Angeles in March | 19 °C | 1 |
11FAQ
Miami in March: your questions
Is March a good time to visit Miami?
March is a good month to visit Miami. Daytime highs average 28 °C (82 °F), rain falls on about 4 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are very busy.
What is the weather like in Miami in March?
Expect warm days around 28 °C (82 °F) and nights near 20 °C (67 °F). One March in ten brings afternoons above 31 °C, and one in ten stays below 25 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Miami in March?
March brings about 52 mm (2.0 in) of rain over roughly 4 days, which is dry by Miami standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 13 percent.
What should I wear in Miami in March?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Miami crowded in March?
The main sights are very busy in March. Main drivers: spring break; Miami Open tennis; Ultra Music Festival.
What time does it get dark in Miami in March?
Around the middle of March the sun sets at about 19:29 and rises at 07:29, giving 12.0 hours of daylight.