Miami enjoys a subtropical climate marked by plenty of hours of sunshine throughout the year.  A cool wind moderates the humid summer temperatures, and rainfall occurs mainly during summer. Winters are short and warm, and are also the drier season. Miami doesn't have distinct autumns and spring seasons, but temperatures during these months are mild and can be hot at times. 

Summer (June to August) temperatures average around 90°F (32°C) whereas winter (December to February) temperatures range between 60°F (16°C) and 75°F (24°C).
 

Further reading

►See Moving to Miami for an overview of the city

Expat Experiences

"Miami is a great city to live and work in, ideally located for doing business with the Americas and Europe and very easy to adapt to if you don’t mind the summer heat and humidity. But I reassure you, during those months, you quickly learn to hop from one air-conditioned location to another." Read about about Emmanuelle, a French expat, and her move to Miami. 

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