Travel in late September?

[Edi]

I would like to visit Florida with my two children in the last week of September. It is their first visit. They are six years old. I want them to be able to enjoy the beaches and swim in the ocean. Will it be warm enough for them to swim in the ocean? If not, I can change my plans. What can I expect weather-wise in late September. Is this a bad idea to visit at that time of year? We want to enjoy Clearwater Beach, Sanibel Island and the Everglades.

[world trecker]

I think your kids will be fine at that time of year. The avg. high for Clearwater Beach in Spetember is 90 degrees (only a hair cooler than the 92 avg you get in July & August) and in October it only drops to an avg. of 85. I can see your kids perhaps whining a little bit when their feet first touch the water but just tell 'em they'll get used to it and in 5 minutes they'll be having a rollicking good time ;)

Late September is actually a good time to visit, since most of the summer crowd will be gone but it's still warm enough to almost *feel* like summer. So come on out!