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Everglades in July
Little changes in Everglades from June: highs stay near 86°F (30°C), lows near 82°F (28°C), and about 7.2 in (184 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 58/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 82°F (28°C)
- Rain
- 7.2 in (184 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 86°F (30°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 82°F (28°C).
Expect regular rain: about 7.2 in (184 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in June to 58/100.
- Our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends Nov – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.2 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Everglades in July
With 7.2 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
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 7.2 in of rain.
Robert Is Here Fruit Stand
Family farm stand since 1959 near the park entrance; get a key lime or mamey milkshake.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 86°F.
Anhinga Trail
Short boardwalk at Royal Palm where alligators, anhingas and herons are often a few feet away.
Why now Best first thing, before the 86°F afternoon heat.
Flamingo Marina
End of the park road on Florida Bay; boat tours and kayak rentals, with manatees and crocodiles often in the marina.
Shark Valley Tram Tour
Two-hour narrated tram on a 15-mile loop to an observation tower, with gators along the canal.
Nearby in July
- Key Largo in July~31 mi · highs 86°F, 6.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in July~49 mi · highs 85°F, 5.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Miami in July~55 mi · highs 85°F, 6.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Key West in July~75 mi · highs 85°F, 5.0 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Everglades?
It's middling, scoring 58/100. The best months are November – April, at up to 94. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 7.2 in (184 mm) of rain. Our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends Nov – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Everglades in July?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 82°F (28°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Everglades in July?
Yes: about 7.2 in (184 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.3 in (1302 mm).
What should I pack for Everglades in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.2 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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