State park in Florida

Myakka River State Park Travel Guide

Myakka River State Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.

☁️ 77°F now🕔 6:00 PM local📅 Best: January, February, March, April, November and December

Active alerts for Myakka River State Park

⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 95°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 96°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Aug 27: extreme heat, 96°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 29: extreme heat, 95°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 30: extreme heat, 96°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Mon, Aug 31: extreme heat, 95°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Derived from the forecast. No official alert feed is wired for this country yet.

Summary

Myakka River State Park is a state park in Florida. Myakka River State Park is known for alligators and a canopy walkway.

Right now it is 77°F (25°C) in Myakka River State Park with overcast. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 75°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 47%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Myakka River State Park is January, February, March, April, November and December. The climate is temperate. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 51°F.

The closest major airport is Orlando International Airport (MCO), about 103 mi away. Nearby highlights include Siesta Key Beach, Clearwater Beach, Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 91°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 Myakka River State Park today at 8.8/10. 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 Myakka River State Park

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 27°14′24″N 82°18′46.8″W (27.24, -82.313)

Weather in Myakka River State Park right now

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77°F
Overcast · feels like 82°F
Humidity92%
Wind13 mph N
Gusts20 mph
UV index2.1 · Low
Cloud cover100%
Pressure1015 hPa
VisibilityGood · 11 mi
Air quality35 · Good
Sunrise7:04 AM
Sunset7:59 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 77%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:00 PM, Aug 23 local time.

⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 95°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 96°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Aug 27: extreme heat, 96°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 29: extreme heat, 95°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 30: extreme heat, 96°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Mon, Aug 31: extreme heat, 95°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Weekend outlook

Sunday, Aug 23

🌧️ 89° / 75°

Heavy drizzle · 47% rain · wind 13 mph

Saturday, Aug 29

🌦️ 95° / 76°

Light drizzle · 65% rain · wind 9 mph

Quick facts about Myakka River State Park

TypeState park
StateFlorida
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates27°14′24″N 82°18′46.8″W (27.24, -82.313)
Established1934
Known foralligators and a canopy walkway
Local time6:00 PM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, April, November and December
ClimateTemperate

Things to do in Myakka River State Park

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Myakka River State Park.

Best time to visit Myakka River State Park

Go in January, February, March, April, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: July, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★★
February★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★★
May★★★★
June★★★☆☆
July★★★☆☆
August★★★☆☆
September★★★☆☆
October★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★★

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
  • A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.

Airports near Myakka River State Park

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Orlando International AirportMCO103 miOrlando
Miami International AirportMIA160 miMiami

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Myakka River State Park?

Myakka River State Park is a state park in Florida. Its coordinates are 27.24, -82.313. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Myakka River State Park right now?

It is currently 77°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 92% and wind is 13 mph.

When is the best time to visit Myakka River State Park?

January, February, March, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Myakka River State Park, which has a temperate climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Myakka River State Park in?

Myakka River State Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 6:00 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Myakka River State Park?

The closest airports are Orlando International Airport (MCO), 103 mi away and Miami International Airport (MIA), 160 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Myakka River State Park?

Popular options include Siesta Key Beach, Clearwater Beach, Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, Blue Spring State Park and Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 August 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
Written byWriter at USPOTUS

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