The Florida Keys
A hundred and thirteen miles of highway with the sea on both sides, a reef to snorkel before lunch, and a sunset the whole town turns up to watch.
The best time to visit The Florida Keys is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (79°F). Local time there is 19:48 (UTC-4).
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The year at a glance
January · high 23°C · rain 34mm · 10.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Key West, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C73°F | 34mm1.3in | 10.8h10.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 24°C75°F | 36mm1.4in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| March | 25°C76°F | 44mm1.7in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 26°C79°F | 44mm1.7in | 12.7h12.7h | in the recommended window |
| May | 27°C81°F | 91mm3.6in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| June | 29°C84°F | 143mm5.6in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| July | 30°C86°F | 116mm4.6in | 13.5h13.5h | |
| August | 30°C86°F | 127mm5.0in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| September | 29°C85°F | 164mm6.5in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| October | 28°C82°F | 118mm4.6in | 11.5h11.5h | |
| November | 26°C79°F | 92mm3.6in | 10.9h10.9h | |
| December | 24°C75°F | 79mm3.1in | 10.6h10.6h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- USDUnited States dollar
- Language
- English
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit The Florida Keys?
The best time to visit The Florida Keys is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (79°F).
How warm does The Florida Keys get?
Typical daytime highs in The Florida Keys are Mar–May 26°C (79°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (85°F), Sep–Nov 28°C (82°F), Dec–Feb 24°C (74°F).
Is The Florida Keys expensive?
On the ground, The Florida Keys is middling.
What sort of trip is The Florida Keys good for?
The Florida Keys is good for beach and sun holidays, relaxing holidays, nature and scenery, food and drink.
How rainy is The Florida Keys?
The wettest month in The Florida Keys is September at 164mm (6.5in), the driest January at 34mm (1.3in), with a monthly average of 91mm (3.6in).
What plug do I need for The Florida Keys?
The Florida Keys uses type A, B sockets at 120 V.
