Explore Dry Tortugas National Park
Learn which animals visitors may encounter and open a species guide for habitat, viewing advice and safety information.
Wildlife The ocean's sharpest acrobat - watch bottlenose dolphins hunt and play from a safe distance.
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Wildlife Ocean's gentle herbivores! Green sea turtles graze seagrass and migrate epic distances through coastal park waters.
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Wildlife Winter cold fronts can bring wind, large swells, rough seas and poor snorkeling visibility. Summer is generally calmer with better visibility, but tropical storms and hurricanes can disrupt visits; check the forecast and transport confirmation.
Winter Season The winter season typically begins in November and runs through April. During these months, the predominate weather pattern is influenced by strong cold fronts from the North and West that generate large swells and windy conditions. Consecutive days of 20+ knot winds and seas of greater than 5 feet are not uncommon. For the visitor experience, this translates in to rough seas and poor visibility for snorkeling. The positive side is cooler weather, fewer crowds, and the opportunity to see many species of birds blown in with the passing fronts. Summer Season The summer season begins around May and runs through October . This period also encompasses the Atlantic hurricane season (June 1- November 30). Weather conditions are generally idealistic with little to no wind, and excellent visibility for snorkeling and viewing of marine life. Visitors are strongly encouraged to stay informed of the tropical weather state prior to scheduling a trip.source
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