Everglades in August: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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August is a solid shoulder-season month to visit Everglades National Park: crowds run 59% of the February peak (61,469 average visits), days average 93°F with 13 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
Crowds in August
Everglades averages 61,469 recreation visits in August — 59% of what February, the peak month, draws. That crowd level sets the tone for parking, permits and lodging.
Weather & daylight
Days are warm (highs average 93°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 74°F). This is one of the wetter months (8.6″ of precipitation on average). Mid-month daylight runs 13 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station ROYAL PALM RS, FL US (8 mi from park coordinates, 7 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of August.
What to pack for Everglades in August
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Sun hat, SPF 50+ and 3L+ water capacity — highs average 93°F
- Rain shell + pack cover — 8.6″ of precipitation is normal this month
- Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month
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Want quieter or kinder conditions? The computed best months for Everglades are October and November.
Also at their best in August
Other parks whose computed August verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:
- Big Bend in August — 18% of peak crowds, highs 84°F, score 83/100
- Guadalupe Mountains in August — 28% of peak crowds, highs 84°F, score 80/100
- Lassen Volcanic in August — 56% of peak crowds, highs 78°F, score 77/100
- Bryce Canyon in August — 81% of peak crowds, highs 78°F, score 68/100
Common questions
Is Everglades crowded in August?
Moderately: August runs 59% of the February peak, averaging 61,469 visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Everglades in August?
Average highs of 93°F, lows of 74°F, 8.6″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, ROYAL PALM RS, FL US station).
What should I pack for Everglades in August?
Sun hat, SPF 50+ and 3L+ water capacity; Rain shell + pack cover; Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in August · Last verified 2026-09-12