Is Florida a busy place?

Avoiding the crowds in Florida is a tall order. It's a desirable place to be, and visitors flock to the state all year round. However, some months are quieter than others. In South Florida, for example, high temperatures and storm risk make the summer months the least busy.



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But beware of peak tourist season, which begins right after Christmas and lasts until about May. It's beautiful this time of year — there's very little rain, and temperatures are usually in the 70s — but that pleasant environment comes with high prices and large crowds.

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Best Times to Visit Florida for Lower Prices Take Palm Beach, for example: The island is booming from November through April, but during off season (May through October, when the snowbirds head home and the social set jets to the Hamptons), you'll find a glimmer of the quiet town it once was.

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Florida, the Sunshine State, also received high praise from roadtrippers, earning a commendable score of 7 out of 10 for the friendliness of its locals. Known for their down-to-earth nature and generous spirit, Floridians often greet visitors with a warm welcome and a willingness to lend a helping hand.

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I've lived in Florida most of my life, and I can tell you that July and August are absolutely unbearable. The temperature does not go to 100 degrees, but it stays in the 90s and the humidity makes you feel like you're going to suffocate.

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