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Visitation

Visitor Impacts

Highest from December through April; lowest May through November.

Visitor Center

Visitor centers are located at the main entrance (west of Homestead), Royal Palm, Flamingo, Shark Valley, and Gulf Coast (south of Everglades City).

Climate

The Everglades is mild and pleasant from December through April, though rare cold fronts may create near freezing conditions. Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures around 90 degrees (32°C) and humidity over 90%. Afternoon thunderstorms are common and mosquitoes are abundant. Wear comfortable sportswear in winter; loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and pants, and insect repellent, are recommended in the summer.

For a 24-hour weather service recording out of Miami, call (305) 661-5065.

Visitors are advised to bring drinking water and snacks since these items are sparsely located. (However, snacks are not permitted on interpretive trails.) Since sun and insects are likely to be abundant, sun screen, protective clothing and insect repellent are advised. Insects can make a visit unbearable during the summer months if you are not prepared. Information on mosquito levels during the summer is available at (305) 242-7700 (8:30am to 4:00pm EST).