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Key West

Visit in March — score 80/100 · avg high 79°F · 7 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#3
77°/60°F
10 rain days
10.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#2
77°/63°F
10 rain days
11.2h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

#1
79°/66°F
7 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

81°/71°F
15 rain days
12.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

84°/76°F
24 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

86°/80°F
30 rain days
13.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

87°/82°F
31 rain days
13.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

88°/82°F
31 rain days
12.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

87°/81°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

85°/75°F
31 rain days
11.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

82°/69°F
17 rain days
10.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

79°/65°F
14 rain days
10.5h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January7272°77°60°103810.6hHighAverage
February7473°77°63°103811.2hHighAverage
March8074°79°66°72811.8hHighAbove avg
April6877°81°71°155812.6hHighAverage
May5180°84°76°249713.2hModerateBelow avg
June5183°86°80°3019913.5hModerateBelow avg
July4685°87°82°3114813.4hModerateBelow avg
August4485°88°82°3120212.9hModerateBelow avg
September4585°87°81°3020612.1hModerateBelow avg
October4482°85°75°3113011.4hModerateAverage
November6077°82°69°176610.8hModerateAverage
December5975°79°65°145710.5hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
66/100
High
81°F
Low
71°F
Rain days
15/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Key West (March, April, May) brings average highs of 81°F and lows of 71°F, with about 15 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 66/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 80/100.

Summer

Score
47/100
High
87°F
Low
81°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Key West (June, July, August) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 81°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 51/100.

Fall

Score
50/100
High
85°F
Low
75°F
Rain days
26/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Key West (September, October, November) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 75°F, with about 26 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 50/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 60/100.

Winter

Score
68/100
High
78°F
Low
63°F
Rain days
11/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Key West (December, January, February) brings average highs of 78°F and lows of 63°F, with about 11 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 68/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 74/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Key West?
The best month to visit Key West is March, with an overall travel score of 80/100. Expect average highs of 79°F, about 7 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Key West expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Key West are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Key West in December?
December in Key West has average highs of 79°F and lows of 65°F, with approximately 14 rainy days and 10.5 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 59/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Key West?
The most affordable time to visit Key West is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is October (score: 44/100).

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