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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

87.8

°F

June 18, 08:10

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

87.4°F

Tomorrow:

87.8°F

Sunrise:

06:38

Sunset:

20:18

Day Length:

13 h. 40 min.

Key West in June

Minimum:

70.8°F

Average:

74.5°F

Maximum:

76.8°F

Sea water temperature in Key West today

As of now, in Key West, the water temperature is 87.8°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 2.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 87.7°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 83.7°F on 2017.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 88.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 87.7°F, while the maximum might reach 88.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Key West

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 4 87.7°F 85.0°F 84.7°F
Jun 5 86.6°F 84.5°F 84.4°F
Jun 6 85.4°F 83.6°F 84.4°F
Jun 7 84.4°F 84.8°F 84.4°F
Jun 8 83.7°F 83.8°F 84.3°F
Jun 9 83.4°F 85.4°F 84.3°F
Jun 10 84.4°F 85.9°F 84.7°F
Jun 11 84.3°F 85.4°F 84.7°F
Jun 12 84.5°F 85.6°F 84.8°F
Jun 13 85.0°F 85.2°F 84.9°F
Jun 14 86.1°F 85.3°F 85.0°F
Jun 15 86.6°F 86.3°F 85.4°F
Jun 16 87.2°F 86.5°F 85.5°F
Jun 17 87.4°F 86.0°F 85.3°F
Jun 18 87.8°F 85.6°F 84.9°F
Jun 19 87.8°F 86.1°F 84.9°F
Jun 20 87.7°F 85.3°F 84.9°F
Jun 21 88.1°F 86.6°F 85.3°F
Jun 22 88.2°F 85.8°F 85.3°F
Jun 23 88.3°F 86.1°F 85.4°F
Jun 24 88.4°F 85.9°F 85.6°F
Jun 25 88.9°F 85.6°F 86.0°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, 86.5°F in Summer, and 82.9°F in Autumn.