We track 2 splash pads in St. Petersburg. Every one of them is free.
Peak summer highs in St. Petersburg average 91°F. Mornings and late afternoons are far more comfortable than the middle of the day, and shade is worth planning around.
| Month | Average high |
|---|---|
| June | 90°F |
| July | 91°F |
| August | 91°F |
The typical St. Petersburg pad runs about 30 weeks a year. Municipal pads often close early for maintenance, so the last few weeks of the season are the least reliable.
The things that decide a trip with small children — a toilet, some shade, somewhere to sit — are exactly what listings usually leave out. Across the 2 pads in St. Petersburg:
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St. Pete's flagship splash pad features whimsical animal fountains and tunnel sprays inside a park that also offers a large playground, picnic pavilions, a fishing pier, and a free golf driving range. It is the city's main seasonal water playground on the south side.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
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Set on the Pier Plaza with big and small vertical jets, this splash pad lets kids cool off with Tampa Bay as the backdrop. It runs year-round until 10pm, though on-site parking costs around $2 per hour.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
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