If you plan to visit Key West in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +82°F during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 133 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+61°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
133 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Key West has OK weather in October.
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Average temperature in Key West in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Key West for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +90°F during the day to a minimum of +70°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +86°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +84°F.
Is Key West warm or cold in October?
Key West is typically warm in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +86°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +81°F to +77°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Key West:
Climate in Key West in October
Key West weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+86°F
+82°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+73°F
+61°F
+54°F
Max. temperature
+100°F
+91°F
+88°F
Rainfall
173 mm
133 mm
63 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
5 m/s
Humidity
76%
76%
76%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
2
6
8
Cloudy days
2
4
7
Rainy days
21
20
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as ok as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +86°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +82°F.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 173 mm to 133 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 76%.Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 2 to 6.
November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Key West in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Key West is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Key West based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 55% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 127 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 52 mm, which is considered heavy rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
October is one of the rainiest months in Key West, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Key West wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 173 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 38 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Key West?
This is the weather in Key West in October 2024:
1 October
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+89°F
2 October
🌧️
+87°F
3 October
🌧️
+88°F
4 October
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+90°F
5 October
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+88°F
6 October
☀️
+89°F
7 October
☀️
+89°F
8 October
☀️
+88°F
9 October
🌧️
+86°F
10 October
☀️
+87°F
11 October
🌧️
+88°F
12 October
☀️
+90°F
13 October
☀️
+88°F
14 October
☀️
+88°F
15 October
🌧️
+87°F
16 October
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+84°F
17 October
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+77°F
18 October
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+80°F
19 October
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+84°F
20 October
☁️
+83°F
21 October
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+85°F
22 October
☀️
+84°F
23 October
☀️
+85°F
24 October
☀️
+85°F
25 October
☀️
+84°F
26 October
🌧️
+84°F
27 October
🌧️
+84°F
28 October
☀️
+84°F
29 October
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+84°F
30 October
☁️
+84°F
31 October
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+85°F
In October 2024 Key West had 21 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Key West climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Key West in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+77°F) and the highest in 2019 (+85°F). The driest year was 2009 with only 624 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2024 with 1925 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Key West in October:
Is October a good time to visit Key West?
It’s always a good time to visit Key West, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Key West in October?
October is warm in Key West. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Key West rainy in October?
Key West is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Key West in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Key West in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Key West, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
