Los Angeles vs Miami

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Los Angeles edges ahead as the better destination in December. Los Angeles offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Miami sees 1 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Los Angeles sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Miami is also comfortable at 28°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Los Angeles is the stronger choice in December. Los Angeles receives 8 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Los Angeles reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Miami averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 9°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 December.

Los Angeles receives approximately 52 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Miami sees 70 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 1 rain day and 18 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Los Angeles averages 70% while Miami sits at 78%. Miami will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.