Dry Tortugas · September · Florida

Dry Tortugas National Park in September

September is the off-season at Dry Tortugas National Park. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 83°F and lows 80°F, with about 6.22 inches of rain.

September is rated poor at Dry Tortugas. Consider Mar–May instead.

RatingPoor
CrowdsQuiet
Avg high / low83°F / 80°F
Rain6.22 in

What to expect

Honest take: September is not the month for Dry Tortugas. Hurricane season peaks in September. Trips can be cancelled.

Local tip

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.

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Questions

Is September a good time to visit Dry Tortugas National Park?

September is the off-season at Dry Tortugas National Park. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 83°F and lows 80°F, with about 6.22 inches of rain.

What is the weather like in Dry Tortugas National Park in September?

Highs average 83°F and lows 80°F, with about 6.22 inches of rain. Conditions are poor this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.

How crowded is Dry Tortugas National Park in September?

September is one of the quietest months at Dry Tortugas National Park.