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Water temperature in Key West

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Key West. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Key West now

85.1

°F

May 11, 05:44

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

86.6°F

Tomorrow:

85.0°F

Sunrise:

06:46

Sunset:

20:02

Day Length:

13 h. 16 min.

Key West in May

Minimum:

69.6°F

Average:

74.7°F

Maximum:

77.3°F

Sea water temperature in Key West today

As of now, in Key West, the water temperature is 85.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 3.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.3°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 79.0°F on 2016.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Key West

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 27 80.0°F 79.0°F 79.8°F
Apr 28 80.2°F 79.3°F 80.0°F
Apr 29 80.1°F 79.0°F 80.0°F
Apr 30 80.7°F 79.3°F 80.3°F
May 1 81.5°F 79.2°F 80.4°F
May 2 81.7°F 79.2°F 80.5°F
May 3 82.7°F 79.7°F 80.6°F
May 4 81.9°F 79.5°F 80.9°F
May 5 81.5°F 80.9°F 81.2°F
May 6 82.5°F 80.1°F 81.5°F
May 7 83.4°F 82.1°F 81.8°F
May 8 83.2°F 82.2°F 81.9°F
May 9 85.3°F 82.6°F 82.0°F
May 10 86.6°F 82.8°F 82.2°F
May 11 85.1°F 82.3°F 81.7°F
May 12 85.0°F 82.3°F 81.7°F
May 13 84.8°F 82.2°F 81.5°F
May 14 85.0°F 82.1°F 81.7°F
May 15 85.4°F 82.6°F 82.1°F
May 16 85.5°F 82.7°F 82.2°F
May 17 85.9°F 84.4°F 82.6°F
May 18 86.0°F 83.3°F 82.7°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Key West by month

In Key West, almost every month besides January is comfortable for swimming. Which amounts to 332 swimming days.
The warmest water in Key West was recorded on August 12, 2023, reaching a 91.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 7, 2026, dipping to 64.1°F. The average readings by season are 74.0°F in Winter, 79.1°F in Spring, 86.4°F in Summer, and 82.9°F in Autumn.