Everglades in September: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack

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September is a solid shoulder-season month to visit Everglades National Park: crowds run 42% of the February peak (44,014 average visits), days average 91°F with 12.3 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.

Crowds in September

Everglades averages 44,014 recreation visits in September — 42% of what February, the peak month, draws — the second-quietest month of the year. Trailheads and parking fill accordingly.

Weather & daylight

Days run warm (highs average 91°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 74°F). This is one of the wetter months (9.0″ of precipitation on average). Mid-month daylight runs 12.3 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 September.

What to pack for Everglades in September

Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.

• Sun protection and 2L+ water per person — highs average 91°F
• Rain shell + pack cover — 9.0″ of precipitation is normal this month
• Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month

If your dates are flexible, consider shifting: The computed best months for Everglades are October and November.

Common questions

See also: the best national parks to visit in September · Last verified 2026-07-16