Miami vs Los Angeles

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Los Angeles edges ahead as the better destination in May. Los Angeles offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 2 rain days, while Miami sees 12 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Miami sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Los Angeles is also comfortable at 25°C.

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

Miami reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Los Angeles averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Miami receives approximately 97 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Los Angeles sees 8 mm over 2 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 10 rain days and 89 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.