South Miami (FL) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in South Miami, Florida, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

South Miami is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1616 mm (64 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in South Miami shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 237 mm (9.3 in) of precipitation during the wettest month August, distributed over 24 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 42 mm (1.7 in) of rainfall over 9 rainy days.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). The city receives 263 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our South Miami Temperature page.

South Miami's average annual precipitation is 1616 mm (64 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about South Miami (FL)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our South Miami (FL) Climate page.