Key West Weather Forecast
Key West weather: 79°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Key West?
Possibly - there is a 30% chance in Key West today.
A 30% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 26% of a normal October week (0,3 in against 1,3 in).
16-day forecast for Key West
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 75° | 30% | 23 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 75° | 23% · 0,0 in | 23 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 81° / 75° | 25% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light showers | 81° / 78° | 24% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 79° | 13% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☀️ Clear sky | 79° / 79° | 12% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 79° | 15% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☀️ Clear sky | 79° / 78° | 15% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 79° / 77° | 11% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 79° | 9% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 77° | 11% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 77° / 73° | 11% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 68° | 16% | 17 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 68° | 16% | 18 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 73° | 23% | 23 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌦️ Light showers | 79° / 76° | 26% · 0,5 in | 17 mph | 6 |
What this means for Key West
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 82°F typical for this month.
A 30% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 47°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Key West?
Key West is a city in Florida. Its coordinates are 24.5551, -81.78. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Key West right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 19 mph.
When is the best time to visit Key West?
January, February, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Key West, which has a temperate climate. June, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Key West in?
Key West observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 12:18 AM.
How many people live in Key West?
Key West has a population of approximately 25.000.
What is the nearest airport to Key West?
The closest airports are Miami International Airport (MIA), 127 mi away and Orlando International Airport (MCO), 269 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Key West?
Popular options include Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Everglades National Park, Key Largo, Biscayne National Park and South Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 12:18 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
