Key West weather in January (Florida, United States of America)
What can you expect from the weather in Key West during January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In Key West the weather in January is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 24°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C. Typically, this month offers some of the year's milder temperatures. However it's still unmistakably warm.
Key West in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 44 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 8 days.
The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Key West. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Key West climate page with graphs.
Key West, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
19°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Water Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
44 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
75%
Sunshine
250 hours
Percentage Sunshine
75%
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Key West in January?
For visitors traveling to Key West, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 22°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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