Best Time to Visit Everglades National Park
Best time to visit Everglades National Park: January, February, April, May and November. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Everglades National Park
Go in January, February, April, May and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Everglades National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75° | 60° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 76° | 60° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 81° | 65° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 83° | 68° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 74° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 88° | 76° | 10,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 90° | 77° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 90° | 77° | 7,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 88° | 76° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 85° | 72° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 82° | 67° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 77° | 63° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Everglades National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Everglades National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site) | 0 mi | 76°F | about the same | 53 in |
| Key Largo | 31 mi | 78°F | +34°F warmer | 42 in |
| Biscayne National Park | 45 mi | 77°F | +33°F warmer | 56 in |
| Miami International Airport | 52 mi | 76°F | about the same | 69 in |
| Miami | 55 mi | 77°F | +33°F warmer | 59 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Everglades National Park is a national park in Florida. Everglades National Park is a US national park known for river of grass, alligators and airboats.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Everglades National Park with overcast. It feels like 79°F. Today runs from 67°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 55%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Everglades National Park is January, February, April, May and November. The climate is temperate. June, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 60°F.
The closest major airport is Miami International Airport (MIA), about 52 mi away. Nearby highlights include Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Key Largo, Biscayne National Park and South Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Everglades National Park today at 9.5/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Everglades National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:39 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 84° / 67°
Heavy drizzle · 55% rain · wind 19 mph
🌦️ 84° / 74°
Light drizzle · 18% rain · wind 11 mph
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Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Everglades National Park.
Quick facts about Everglades National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Florida |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 25°17′11.8″N 80°53′55.3″W (25.2866, -80.8987) |
| Established | 1934 |
| Known for | river of grass, alligators and airboats |
| Local time | 4:39 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, April, May and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Everglades National Park?
Everglades National Park is a national park in Florida. Its coordinates are 25.2866, -80.8987. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Everglades National Park right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Everglades National Park?
January, February, April, May and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Everglades National Park, which has a temperate climate. June, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Everglades National Park in?
Everglades National Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:39 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Everglades National Park?
The closest airports are Miami International Airport (MIA), 52 mi away and Orlando International Airport (MCO), 219 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Everglades National Park?
Popular options include Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Key Largo, Biscayne National Park, South Beach, Dry Tortugas National Park and Myakka River State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 4:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
