Dry Tortugas in February: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack

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February is one of the best months of the year to visit Dry Tortugas National Park: crowds run 75% of the May peak (6,443 average visits). Weather: highs average 76°F and lows 66°F, with 1.7″ of precipitation and 11.3 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.

A few of the stars at night with a view of Fort Jefferson. — Dry Tortugas National Park — photo: NPS Photo / Brett Seymour (public-domain NPS media)

Crowds in February

Dry Tortugas averages 6,443 recreation visits in February — 75% of what May, the peak month, draws. Trailheads and parking fill accordingly — book early and start days at dawn.

Average visits (February)

6,443 (mean 2021–2025, NPS)

Share of the year

7.7% of annual visitation

vs. peak (May)

75%

Weather & daylight

Days are mild (highs average 76°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 66°F). It is typically dry (1.7″ of precipitation). Mid-month daylight runs 11.3 hours.

NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station DRY TORTUGAS, FL US (0 mi from park coordinates, 3 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of February.

What to pack for Dry Tortugas in February

Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.

Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month

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Also at their best in February

Other parks whose computed February verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:

Zion in February — 25% of peak crowds, highs 58°F, score 80/100
Shenandoah in February — 9% of peak crowds, highs 47°F, score 77/100
Capitol Reef in February — 10% of peak crowds, highs 47°F, score 76/100
Carlsbad Caverns in February — 39% of peak crowds, highs 61°F, score 76/100

Common questions

Is Dry Tortugas crowded in February?

Yes — February runs 75% of Dry Tortugas's peak, averaging 6,443 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025).

What is the weather like in Dry Tortugas in February?

Average highs of 76°F, lows of 66°F, 1.7″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, DRY TORTUGAS, FL US station).

What should I pack for Dry Tortugas in February?

Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.

See also: the best national parks to visit in February · Last verified 2026-09-24