7 Secrets on Why Florida Locals Visit the Beach in the Fall

When school buses are en route, boots come out of storage, and pumpkin spice fills the air, Florida locals know it is time to pack their beach bags! Though vacations are stereotypically associated with summer, most donât realize that autumn trips are one of the best times to plan a stay in New Smyrna Beach. Weâre revealing 7 secrets on why Floridians book their NSB vacation rental in the fall⦠and why you should too!

1. Goodbye Intense Heat!

While Floridians may greet 90 degree heat with excitement in early May, weâre more than ready to bid it adieu by September. Fall in New Smyrna Beach surprises visitors with the quintessential beach weather. The temperature is still hot enough for dips in the pool and ocean, but mild enough to where youâre not constantly mopping sweat off your brow. Donât be fooled however, autumn in Florida is still an extension of summer! Leave the sweaters at home and pack NSBâs year-round attire of sunglasses, flip-flops, and swimsuits.

2. A Shore as Clear as Your Vacation Schedule

Nothing says summer like the beachâ¦and everyone knows it. Sun and sand are universally on the forefront of everyoneâs mind during the summer which brings New Smyrna Beach alive with activity. Florida natives know however that early fall is the ideal time to spread your towel out on the shore. With school in session and a resume in routine, beach vacations are less in demand in September and October- even though the weather is still warm and sunny! We recommend booking a direct oceanfront condo or home on the non-driving section for a near private beach experience.

3. The Booking Price Sweet Spot

The rumor is true, vacation rental prices are at their lowest in the fall! If youâre sticking to a vacation budget (read more about our tips here!), thereâs no time more wallet-friendly than September, October, and November to book. Savvy local travelers wait until autumn as they know our vacation rentalsâ average $100 less a night than their mid-summer rates. Pair these low prices with a return guest discount (or current promotion) and youâve saved yourself hundreds! Pocket the savings and spend it on something you love, like a seafood dinner at Norwoodâs Treehouse or a boat tour on the Indian River Lagoon.

4. Local Events Galore

Thereâs something about fall in New Smyrna Beach that brings a renewed sense of community and neighborliness. Walking food tours, wine walks, parades, street fairs, and 5k runs typically pepper New Smyrnaâs fall event calendar. While large gatherings have been paused this season for safety reasons, there still are local events being safely held during the next few months. Discover the activities and events being hosted this year (and remember to bring a mask + keep 6 feet apart!).

5. You (Almost) Own the Pool