Miami vs Los Angeles

Miami and Los Angeles are closely matched in February. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Miami sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Los Angeles is also comfortable at 20°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Los Angeles is the stronger choice in February. Miami receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Miami reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Los Angeles averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Miami receives approximately 42 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Los Angeles sees 85 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 1 rain day and 43 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.