What is the weather like in Key West in October?

Expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C with 30% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Key West in October?

Key West in October scores 61/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Key West in October?

October in Key West is ideal for: Beach lovers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Key West Weather in October | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

28°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

26°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

21days

30% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Autumn season

Sea Temperature in October

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

28.9°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Key West coastline

Essential Travel Info for Key West

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Currency

USD

$ United States dollar

Language

English

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.44

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Remote

16/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

Peak Daily Arrivals

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Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Miami (MIA)

Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson (ATL)

Charlotte Douglas (CLT)

Chicago O'Hare (ORD)

Washington Ronald Reagan National (DCA)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

No Requirements

No Special Vaccinations Required

Standard travel precautions apply

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Key West?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(61/100)

Short Answer

⚠️ October falls in Key West's typhoon season. While daily weather averages 28°C with 30% rain, tropical storms can disrupt travel. Flexible bookings recommended.

Decision Factors

Atlantic Hurricane season active

Atlantic zone - expect potential atlantic hurricane activity

Warm tropical seas

28.9°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Plenty of sunshine

9.7h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

56% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Beach lovers
28.9°C warm seas and 30% rain probability
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
77% humidity creates difficult conditions
💼
Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Key West in October averages 28°C with 30% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Key West in October

What are the temperatures in Key West in October?

Daytime highs average 28°C, nights drop to 26°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Key West in October?

Expect around 21 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Key West in October?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is October peak season in Key West?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Key West Weather in October