Everglades National Park Travel Guide
Everglades National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 82°F (28°C) in Everglades National Park with partly cloudy. It feels like 93°F. Today runs from 79°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 13%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
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 88°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. family time is the strongest bet in Everglades National Park today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Everglades National Park
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 25°17′11.8″N 80°53′55.3″W (25.2866, -80.8987)
Weather in Everglades National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:18 PM, Oct 3 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 88° / 79°
Light drizzle · 13% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 90° / 76°
Light drizzle · 15% rain · wind 10 mph
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 | 12:18 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, April, May and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Everglades National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Everglades National Park.
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Everglades National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami International Airport | MIA | 52 mi | Miami |
| Orlando International Airport | MCO | 219 mi | Orlando |
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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 82°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 91% and wind is 7 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 12:18 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 3, 2026 at 12:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
