December 26 is generally a great time to visit Key West. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Key West right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Key West
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Key West Weather Forecast for December 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Key West in December
Based on historical data for December 26, Key West typically experiences temperatures between 21°C and 23°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Key West
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
23°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
21°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.5°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
49%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.6 hPa
Low volatility
Key West Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
Routine only • View Details →
Landing Slots
~39
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Key West
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:10
☀️ Noon
12:28
🌇 Sunset
17:47
⏱️ Daylight
10h 37m
Wind Speed
30.2 km/h
Fresh breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Key West
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Key West on December 26 averages 23°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 84/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Key West Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 28
23.2°C • 15% rain
Score
96
December 29
23.3°C • 11% rain
Score
96
December 30
23.4°C • 11% rain
Score
96
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📍 Is Key West Worth Visiting on December 26?
Planning a trip to Key West on December 26? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 39 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 23.7°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.12m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.7°C in 2015, while the coldest dropped to 14°C in 2022.