Best Time to See Loggerhead Sea Turtles in Florida
July, June and August is the best time to see loggerhead sea turtles in Florida. Based on 1,133 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when loggerhead 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.
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1,133 verified observations of loggerhead sea turtles in Florida, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When loggerhead sea turtles are recorded in Florida
Peak month
July
291 records (25.7% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 25 | 2.2% |
| February | 15 | 1.3% |
| March | 37 | 3.3% |
| April | 69 | 6.1% |
| May | 105 | 9.3% |
| Junepeak | 225 | 19.9% |
| Julypeak | 291 | 25.7% |
| Augustpeak | 216 | 19.1% |
| September | 69 | 6.1% |
| October | 31 | 2.7% |
| November | 25 | 2.2% |
| December | 25 | 2.2% |
Loggerhead Sea Turtles you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Loggerhead Sea Turtle | 1,133 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Florida
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when loggerhead sea turtles are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for loggerhead sea turtles sit around 73 to 89 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70°F | 52°F | 1.9" |
| Feb | 76°F | 57°F | 2.3" |
| Mar | 81°F | 60°F | 2.3" |
| Apr | 83°F | 64°F | 4.5" |
| May | 87°F | 68°F | 4.5" |
| Junbest time | 88°F | 73°F | 9.3" |
| Julbest time | 88°F | 75°F | 9.6" |
| Augbest time | 89°F | 76°F | 11.1" |
| Sep | 86°F | 73°F | 11.5" |
| Oct | 82°F | 69°F | 4" |
| Nov | 75°F | 61°F | 4.5" |
| Dec | 72°F | 56°F | 3.8" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Florida. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on loggerhead sea turtles in Florida:
Sightings of loggerhead sea turtles in Florida peak in July, when 291 of the year's 1,133 verified observations are logged — about 25.7% of the annual total. Activity stays high through July, June and August.
The quietest stretch is February, when loggerhead sea turtles are hardest to find — February sees just 15 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The loggerhead sea turtles you are most likely to encounter in Florida are Loggerhead 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 loggerhead 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see loggerhead sea turtles in Florida?+
July is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through July, June and August, based on 1,133 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are loggerhead sea turtles hardest to see in Florida?+
February is the quietest month for loggerhead sea turtles in Florida, with only 15 verified records.
Are loggerhead sea turtles active year-round in Florida?+
Loggerhead sea turtles are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Florida, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in July.
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