Dry Tortugas · March · Florida
Dry Tortugas National Park in March
March is a prime month to visit Dry Tortugas National Park. Expect peak crowds. Highs average 73°F and lows 71°F, with about 1.03 inches of rain.
March gets a prime rating at Dry Tortugas. The very best months are Mar–May.
Prime season starts
What to expect
March 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 March a good time to visit Dry Tortugas National Park?
March is a prime month to visit Dry Tortugas National Park. Expect peak crowds. Highs average 73°F and lows 71°F, with about 1.03 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Dry Tortugas National Park in March?
Highs average 73°F and lows 71°F, with about 1.03 inches of rain. March is rated prime for visiting.
How crowded is Dry Tortugas National Park in March?
March brings peak crowds to Dry Tortugas National Park. Go early in the day and book lodging ahead.