Best Time to See Green Sea Turtles in Florida
June, July and May is the best time to see green sea turtles in Florida. Based on 1,620 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when green sea turtles are most active across the year in Florida.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 10, 2026.
1,620 verified observations of green sea turtles in Florida, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When green sea turtles are recorded in Florida
Peak month
June
203 records (12.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 125 | 7.7% |
| February | 82 | 5.1% |
| March | 122 | 7.5% |
| April | 118 | 7.3% |
| Maypeak | 176 | 10.9% |
| Junepeak | 203 | 12.5% |
| Julypeak | 184 | 11.4% |
| August | 150 | 9.3% |
| September | 120 | 7.4% |
| October | 104 | 6.4% |
| November | 141 | 8.7% |
| December | 95 | 5.9% |
Green Sea Turtles you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Green Sea Turtle | 1,620 |
Sightings of green sea turtles in Florida peak in June, when 203 of the year's 1,620 verified observations are logged — about 12.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is February, December and October, when green sea turtles are hardest to find — February sees just 82 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The green sea turtles you are most likely to encounter in Florida are Green Sea Turtle — the most-recorded species in the state. Each keeps its own seasonal rhythm, but the month-by-month pattern above reflects every reported sighting together.
Where to go
Best places to see green sea turtles in Florida
- Big Cypress National Preserve — National Preserve
- Biscayne National Park — National Park
- Canaveral National Seashore — National Seashore
- Dry Tortugas National Park — National Park
- Everglades National Park — National Park
- Gulf Islands National Seashore — National Seashore
Plan your green sea turtle trip in Florida
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see green sea turtles in Florida?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 1,620 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are green sea turtles hardest to see in Florida?+
February is the quietest month for green sea turtles in Florida, with only 82 verified records.
Are green sea turtles active year-round in Florida?+
Green sea turtles are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Florida, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in June.
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