Visitor levels at Dry Tortugas are sitting at about average for May. The main trailheads and viewpoints will have some company, but nothing unmanageable. Weather is cooperating at 82°F and partly cloudy. Good conditions for spending time outside. There are 2 active closures to be aware of. Check the alerts section below for details.
Last updated May 25, 2026 at 9:18 AM
Visitor access to the north side of Bush Key is suspended through Fall 2026 to protect nesting Sooty Terns, Brown Noddies, and Magnificent Frigatebirds. The south (harbor) side remains open. Boaters must maintain a distance of 100 feet from the island's mean low tide.
Sections of the moat wall that were damaged by Hurricanes Irma (2017) and Ian (2022), as well as several hurricanes in 2024 are undergoing repair and reinforcement. For your safety, please follow posted signage and do not cross any barricades.
Like elsewhere in the Florida Keys, we have seen an increase in Cuban migrants arriving by boat from Cuba and landing on the islands of Dry Tortugas National Park. You may observe migrant landings at the park and visitor areas may be impacted.
Vessel operators - the Garden Key Harbor Light is undergoing repairs and is extinguished. At this time it is unknown when the light will again be illuminated.
Predictions are being generated. Check back shortly.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, May 25 | Thunderstorm | 82°82° | 4% |
| Tue, May 26 | Overcast | 82°78° | 26% |
| Wed, May 27 | Slight Rain Showers | 83°81° | 39% |
| Thu, May 28 | Moderate Drizzle | 82°82° | 31% |
| Fri, May 29 | Slight Rain Showers | 83°81° | 33% |
| Sat, May 30 | Moderate Rain Showers | 82°77° | 56% |
| Sun, May 31 | Overcast | 82°79° | 49% |
No recent reports for Dry Tortugas.