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What type of climate does the Everglades have?

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The Everglades has a tropical to subtropical climate, which is influenced strongly by the southeast trade winds. The monthly mean temperatures range from 63 °F (17 °C) to 82 °F (28 °C) with rare winter frosts. Rainfall averages 40 to 65 inches (1,000 to 1,650 mm) annually, most coming between May and October.