Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Miami
We currently track 39 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Miami, kept up to date by the community. None of them are in the sun right now — check the sun hours below.
Local favourites
In Miami, South Beach, Wynwood and Brickell are good places to start looking for outdoor tables. For sunset, South Pointe Park is a local classic.
City snapshot
1
rooftop bars
11h 16min
Daylight
The local mix stands out for 1 rooftop bars. Use the filters to find the kind of sunny spot you want.
Sunset is at 18:43 and golden hour starts at 18:12.
Find outdoor dining in Miami, compare patios and rooftop bars, and check estimated sun hours before heading out. Sun estimates use the sun's position, available venue sun hours and local weather where available. Guest sun reports are separate observations, not a guarantee of sunshine at a particular table. Coverage is a selection of listed places, not every restaurant in the city. Browse free, or share a group poll to choose where to meet.
Winter sun in Miami: patios & rooftops
Best time for winter sun in Miami
Winter is Miami's dry season, so patios, waterfront bars and rooftops are at their busiest from December to March.
Find the patio that keeps the sun
Low winter sun can leave patios in building shade before sunset. Compare estimated sun hours for listed Miami patios and rooftop bars using available venue hours and local weather. Guest reports are separate observations; forecasts do not guarantee a sunny table. Check today's weather and outdoor service with the venue.
Plan a winter happy hour
Pick a few sunny spots and start a poll — friends vote with one link, no app or account needed.
Outdoor dining and group drinks in Miami
Compare listed outdoor seating, estimated sun hours and places to meet in Miami.
Sun forecasts, with limits made clear
Compare estimated sun hours for 39 listed spots in Miami. Calculations and venue-provided hours help with planning, but buildings, umbrellas and a table's position can change actual conditions.
Ratings where available
Check available Google and Sun Map guest ratings alongside venue details. Missing ratings do not imply a place has been reviewed.
Live reports from locals
Guest reports describe conditions someone observed at a venue. Where available, compare these with the forecast; a report is not a promise about your table.
1 rooftops, filtered your way
Browse available rooftop, waterfront and shade categories. Details depend on the tags and sun hours recorded for each venue.
Free, and no account required
Search, sun hours, hours of operation and directions are free. Sign up only if you want favorites, check-ins and friend activity.
Choose a happy hour meeting spot together
Pick a few venues and share a free after-work poll by message, email or any chat. Friends vote without an account or app. Check drink offers, opening hours and reservations directly with the venue; the poll does not book a table.
Top 10 sunny terraces in Miami
The ten best sun spots in Miami right now, ranked from 39 mapped terraces.
Mike's at Venetia
Northeast 15th Street 555
Rooftop bar6
Sun score
{petite} maman
Northeast 39th Street 140
2
Sun score
Archivist Cafe
Miami
2
Sun score
Baires grill
South Miami Avenue 1010
2
Sun score
Black Market
Biscayne Boulevard 401
2
Sun score
Carmelo Family Kitchen
Lincoln Road 920
2
Sun score
Carolina Ale House
Southwest 40th Street 6810
2
Sun score
Casa Juan
Northwest 7th Street 5755
2
Sun score
CJ's Crab Shack
Ocean Drive 600
2
Sun score
El Atlacatl
Southwest 17th Avenue 466
2
Sun score
The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.
Best chance of evening sun today
No sun right now — these spots have the best aspect until sunset at 18:43.
Mike's at Venetia
Northeast 15th Street 555
41%
chance
{petite} maman
Northeast 39th Street 140
19%
chance
Archivist Cafe
Miami
19%
chance
Atlantica Seafood Restaurant and Market
Miami
19%
chance
Baires grill
South Miami Avenue 1010
19%
chance
Black Market
Biscayne Boulevard 401
19%
chance
Carmelo Family Kitchen
Lincoln Road 920
19%
chance
Carolina Ale House
Southwest 40th Street 6810
19%
chance
Ranked by sun path, sunset, open western aspect and shade from buildings.
The sun in Miami this week (week 44)
Here is the sun outlook for Miami, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 39 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.
The best day for evening sun is Monday, when the sun sets at 18:45 after 11h 19min of daylight.
Days get 8 minutes shorter this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 17:40.
Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Monday in Miami and pick a spot with sun until 18:45.
| Day | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 26 Oct Best evening | 18:45 | 11h 19min |
| Tuesday 27 Oct | 18:44 | 11h 17min |
| Wednesday 28 Oct | 18:43 | 11h 16min |
| Thursday 29 Oct | 18:42 | 11h 15min |
| Friday 30 Oct | 18:42 | 11h 13min |
| Saturday 31 Oct | 18:41 | 11h 12min |
| Sunday 1 Nov | 17:40 | 11h 11min |
The sun in Miami today
Sunrise
07:27
Sun highest
13:05
Sunset
18:43
Golden hour
18:12
Daylight
11h 16min
Explore by type
Pick what you're after in Miami – rooftop, beach club, waterfront or shade.
39 spots
{petite} maman
Northeast 39th Street 140
Archivist Cafe
Miami
Atlantica Seafood Restaurant and Market
Miami
Baires grill
South Miami Avenue 1010
Black Market
Biscayne Boulevard 401
Carmelo Family Kitchen
Lincoln Road 920
Carolina Ale House
Southwest 40th Street 6810
Casa Juan
Northwest 7th Street 5755
CJ's Crab Shack
Ocean Drive 600
Corona Cafe
Miami
El Atlacatl
Southwest 17th Avenue 466
El Cuban Diner
Southwest 8th Street 1620
Finnegan's Way
Miami
Food@Science
Miami
Il Dante Caffe
Miami
Ironside Cafe Bistro
Northeast 4th Court 7580
Jacalito Taqueria
Miami
Kush Wynwood
North Miami Avenue 2003
Ladurée - Design District
Northeast 39th Street 140
Majestic Portuguese Bakehouse
Southwest 22nd Street 3340
Manolo & Rene Grill
Northeast 3rd Avenue 188
Mary's Cafeteria
Southwest 27th Avenue 2542
MIAM Cafe
Northwest 3rd Avenue 2750
Mike's at Venetia
Northeast 15th Street 555
Rooftop barsOcean's Ten
Miami
Opera House
North Bayshore Drive 1750
Rutina Coffee
Biscayne Boulevard 2001
Sagrado Cafe
Biscayne Boulevard 900
Sea Cafe
Miami
Sky Coffee Buenos Aires
Biscayne Boulevard 1825
Starbucks
Chopin Plaza 100
Starbucks
Southwest 8th Street 1701
Starbucks
Biscayne Boulevard 2937
The Arketekt by Aficionados
Brickell Bay Drive 1200
The Café at Books & Books
Miami
The Daily Creative Food Co.
Biscayne Boulevard 2001
The Palace
Miami
Versailles Restaurant
Southwest 8th Street 3555
Via Verdi
Miami
Sunset in Miami month by month
How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Miami across the year.
| Month | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17:52 | 10h 42min |
| February | 18:15 | 11h 18min |
| March | 19:30 | 11h 59min |
| April | 19:44 | 12h 46min |
| May | 20:00 | 13h 24min |
| June | 20:14 | 13h 44min |
| July | 20:15 | 13h 36min |
| August | 19:58 | 13h 3min |
| September | 19:26 | 12h 19min |
| October | 18:54 | 11h 34min |
| November | 17:33 | 10h 54min |
| December | 17:33 | 10h 32min |
Updated automatically
Guide: sun and terraces in Miami
Sun Map maps 39 outdoor spots in Miami, including 1 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.
Local tips for Miami
- Spots facing Biscayne Bay get an open western aspect and hold the evening sun longer than inland streets.
- The terrace season in Miami effectively runs January–December; outside it, expect heaters and blankets.
- At midday shade beats sun – filter on Shade and save the sun for the evening.
Good to know
- Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Miami keep it longest.
- Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
- Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.
What's on in Miami
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FAQ – Miami
- Which Miami patios have sun right now?
- Browse 39 listed outdoor dining spots in Miami and compare estimated sun hours. Sun calculations, recorded venue hours and local weather where available support the estimate. Guest reports are separate observations. Sunshine at a particular table is not guaranteed.
- What are the best rooftop bars in Miami?
- Browse the rooftop category for Miami where listings are available, then compare venue details, estimated sun hours and available ratings. Check the venue's own website for access rules and reservations.
- Is Sun Map free?
- Yes. Searching, sun hours, live conditions, ratings and directions are free, and you do not need an account. A free account adds favorites, check-ins, sun reports and friend activity.
- Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?
- Browse the shade category where venues have shade or shelter tags. Not every listing has these details; confirm umbrellas, covered seating and availability with the venue.
- Can I find late outdoor dining in Miami?
- Compare estimated evening sun and recorded opening hours for Miami venues. Sunset changes with the season, so evening sun is not always available; confirm dinner service with the venue.
- How can we choose a happy hour spot in Miami?
- Choose a few venues on Sun Map, start an after-work poll and share its link by message, email or any chat. Friends can vote without an account or app. The poll chooses a meeting place, not a reservation or verified happy-hour deal; check offers directly with the venue.
- I own a restaurant in Miami — how do I get listed?
- Claim your venue for free to update sun hours, hours of operation, photos, menu links and events. Verified owners appear with a claimed badge on their page.
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