Dry Tortugas · April · Florida
Dry Tortugas National Park in April
April is a prime month to visit Dry Tortugas National Park. Expect peak crowds. Highs average 76°F and lows 74°F, with about 1.33 inches of rain.
April gets a prime rating at Dry Tortugas. The very best months are Mar–May.
What to expect
April is prime at Dry Tortugas. Excellent. Calmer seas, clear water and spring bird migration, with huge colonies of sooty terns nesting.
The Yankee Freedom ferry sells out months ahead. Camping spots are very limited and require a ferry reservation too.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Mar–May.
- Closest airport: Key West (EYW), then a 2.5-hour ferry or a seaplane.
- Before you go: Access is only by ferry, seaplane or private boat. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is April a good time to visit Dry Tortugas National Park?
April is a prime month to visit Dry Tortugas National Park. Expect peak crowds. Highs average 76°F and lows 74°F, with about 1.33 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Dry Tortugas National Park in April?
Highs average 76°F and lows 74°F, with about 1.33 inches of rain. April is rated prime for visiting.
How crowded is Dry Tortugas National Park in April?
April brings peak crowds to Dry Tortugas National Park. Go early in the day and book lodging ahead.