Miami Recalls Rare Snowfall in 1977
On January 19, 1977, Miami experienced snow for the first and only time in its recorded history. While it was a brief and largely unmeasurable event, with flakes falling for only about 1.5 hours in the morning, it became a…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 13, 2026 —
Miami Recalls Rare Snowfall in 1977
Miami experienced a singular weather event on January 19, 1977, when snow fell in the city for the first and only time in its recorded history. The snowfall, though brief and largely unmeasurable, lasted for approximately 1.5 hours during the morning.
The rare occurrence became a memorable moment for residents due to its extreme unlikelihood in Miami’s subtropical climate. While the snow itself was a fleeting spectacle, the accompanying cold snap had a notable impact on Florida’s agriculture.
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