Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Everglades in October
Everglades edges cooler than September, with highs of 83°F (28°C), lows of 78°F (26°C) and about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (109 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (28°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 78°F (26°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (109 mm).
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in September to 76/100.
- Our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends Nov – Apr, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- 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 October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Pa-hay-okee Overlook
Raised boardwalk over the river of grass with wide sawgrass views.
Why now October scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
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 Highs near 83°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Anhinga Trail
Short boardwalk at Royal Palm where alligators, anhingas and herons are often a few feet away.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Shark Valley Tram Tour
Two-hour narrated tram on a 15-mile loop to an observation tower, with gators along the canal.
Robert Is Here Fruit Stand
Family farm stand since 1959 near the park entrance; get a key lime or mamey milkshake.
Nearby in October
- Key Largo in October~31 mi · highs 83°F, 4.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in October~49 mi · highs 83°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Miami in October~55 mi · highs 82°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Key West in October~75 mi · highs 83°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Everglades?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 94 in November – April. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain. Our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends Nov – Apr, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Everglades in October?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 78°F (26°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Everglades in October?
Some: about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.3 in (1302 mm).
What should I pack for Everglades in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), 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).
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