Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Everglades in April
Everglades edges warmer than March, with highs of 80°F (27°C), lows of 74°F (23°C) and about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain.
At 90/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (68 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs settle around 80°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Even at night it stays warm, around 74°F (23°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.7 in (68 mm).
Plan around April
April is one of Everglades's best months on the climate data.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: May brings 4.8 in (122 mm).
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 76/100.
- Comfort slips from 94/100 in March to 90/100.
- April sits inside the Nov – Apr window our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes80°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Everglades in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Shark Valley Tram Tour
Two-hour narrated tram on a 15-mile loop to an observation tower, with gators along the canal.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Dec–Apr.
Flamingo Marina
End of the park road on Florida Bay; boat tours and kayak rentals, with manatees and crocodiles often in the marina.
Why now April scores 90/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Anhinga Trail
Short boardwalk at Royal Palm where alligators, anhingas and herons are often a few feet away.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Dec–Apr, early morning.
Robert Is Here Fruit Stand
Family farm stand since 1959 near the park entrance; get a key lime or mamey milkshake.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 2.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pa-hay-okee Overlook
Raised boardwalk over the river of grass with wide sawgrass views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Key Largo in April~31 mi · highs 79°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in April~49 mi · highs 78°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Miami in April~55 mi · highs 79°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Key West in April~75 mi · highs 78°F, 1.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Everglades in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Everglades?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain. April is inside the Nov – Apr window our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends.
How hot is Everglades in April?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Everglades in April?
Some: about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.3 in (1302 mm).
What should I pack for Everglades in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (80°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Everglades
Routes in season in April
- Miami Beach Getaway Nov – Apr
Planning Everglades in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.