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Key West weather in October (Florida, United States of America)

How does the weather in Key West usually fare in October? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The month of October in Key West typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Key West in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 159 mm for the month. On average, there are about 16 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 255 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Key West.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Key West. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Key West climate page with graphs.

 

Key West, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 159 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
SunshineSunshine 255 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 71%  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°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.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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