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Everglades in February

February is the busiest time to visit Everglades — busier than January, about as busy as March.

Crowd score

How busy it gets

10/10
Peak

The park's busiest time. Reservations, early starts, and patience recommended.

About 97% of this park's busiest month.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Jul 2026 · alerts checked Jul 10, 2026. How this is calculated →

Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe

Visitation

Typical February visits vs. the year

February (typical)126,813
Peak — March131,343
Quietest — September31,703

Typical monthly recreation visits, averaged over the most recent three full years.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Weather

February weather

Avg high
79°F
Avg low
55°F
Precipitation
2.0"
Sunrise
6:57 AM
Sunset
6:17 PM
Daylight
11.3h

Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Homestead

What's open

Everglades in February: access

Open 24 hours year-round; visitor-center hours reduced in summer

Seasonal closures may apply:

  • Caution

    Roadwork may cause delays on US 41/Tamiami Trail

    Current roadwork is ongoing along the park's northern boundary on US Highway 41/Tamiami Trail to raise the road for Everglades Restoration benefits. Drivers may experience up to 15-minute delays and should watch for personnel, equipment and slow downs.

  • Park Closure

    Current Alerts and Conditions

    Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on closures, cautions, and other current park conditions.

Source: NPS Data API

Conditions

Current alerts

  • Caution

    Roadwork may cause delays on US 41/Tamiami Trail

    Current roadwork is ongoing along the park's northern boundary on US Highway 41/Tamiami Trail to raise the road for Everglades Restoration benefits. Drivers may experience up to 15-minute delays and should watch for personnel, equipment and slow downs.

  • Information

    For entrance fees, we accept digital passes and credit/debit cards

    Digital passes or credit/debit cards are the ONLY method of payment at all fee collection areas. Pre-paid digital passes are available online and may be purchased in advance.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Park Closure

    Current Alerts and Conditions

    Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on closures, cautions, and other current park conditions.

Source: NPS Data API

Context

Everglades crowds across the year

Jan10FebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Alternatives

Quieter nearby in February

FAQ

Everglades in February

How busy is Everglades in February?

February rates 10/10 for crowds (Peak) at Everglades National Park — about 97% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 126,813.

What is the weather like at Everglades in February?

In February, Everglades averages a high of 79°F and a low of 55°F, with about 2.0 inches of precipitation.