In South Florida, high temperatures and storm risks make June, July, and August the least busy.
For these family-friendly destinations, a visit when school is in session will offer the smallest crowds.
Augustinearound Christmastime are all popular times that the crowd-averse may want to skip.
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Visitors can also find thinner crowds at any time by visitingunder-the-radar destinationsinstead of the state’s well-known spots.
Conditions do vary, though, depending on the time of year and the destination.
Further north, spring and fall can be the nicest seasons.
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But some places in Florida simmer down during the summer months.
This is also when nightly hotel rates are usually slashed to a fraction of their extravagant high-season prices.
Overall, the off-season is the best time to score great deals atFlorida’s best resortsno matter the destination.
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The cheapest months to go to Florida are typically May (except for Memorial Day weekend) and September.
Still, it’s arguably worth it to attend events likeArt Baselor aMiami Heatgame.
But beware of peak tourist season, which begins right afterChristmasand lasts until about May.
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Summer is a risky time to visit since the weather tends to be muggy at best.
