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Everglades in August
Everglades's warmest month brings highs averaging 87°F (30°C), lows of 83°F (28°C) and about 7.6 in (193 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 55/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 83°F (28°C)
- Rain
- 7.6 in (193 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 53 min
- Comfort score
- 55/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 87°F (30°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Even at night it stays warm, around 83°F (28°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.6 in (193 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 58/100 in July to 55/100.
- Our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends Nov – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Everglades in August
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Schnebly Redland's Winery & Brewery
Tropical-fruit wines (lychee, guava, mango) and craft beer in a garden setting near Homestead.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.6 in of rain.
Coopertown Airboats
Family-run airboat rides on the Tamiami Trail since 1945, through sawgrass and hammocks.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 87°F.
Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center
Main park entrance with exhibits and ranger info on what's active that day.
Why now Best first thing, before the 87°F afternoon heat.
Gumbo Limbo Trail
Shaded loop through a hardwood hammock next to the Anhinga Trail.
Pa-hay-okee Overlook
Raised boardwalk over the river of grass with wide sawgrass views.
Nearby in August
- Key Largo in August~31 mi · highs 86°F, 7.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in August~49 mi · highs 86°F, 6.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Miami in August~55 mi · highs 86°F, 7.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Key West in August~75 mi · highs 86°F, 6.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Everglades?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 55/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 7.6 in (193 mm) of rain. Our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends Nov – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Everglades in August?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 83°F (28°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Everglades in August?
Yes: about 7.6 in (193 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.3 in (1302 mm).
What should I pack for Everglades in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Everglades in August?
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