What is the current water temperature in Key West?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Key West?

As of now, in Key West, the water temperature is 28.14°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.

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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.

82.7

°F

May 3, 11:22

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

81.7°F

Tomorrow:

83.1°F

Sunrise:

06:51

Sunset:

19:58

Day Length:

13 h. 7 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 82.7°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 2.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

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 83.0°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 78.8°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 83.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 83.1°F, while the maximum might reach 84.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Key West

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 19	77.8°F	77.3°F	78.9°F
Apr 20	78.7°F	77.2°F	79.1°F
Apr 21	79.2°F	77.3°F	79.1°F
Apr 22	79.5°F	77.2°F	79.0°F
Apr 23	78.2°F	78.4°F	78.9°F
Apr 24	78.4°F	78.4°F	79.3°F
Apr 25	77.4°F	78.0°F	79.3°F
Apr 26	78.8°F	78.2°F	79.7°F
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	80.4°F
May 4	83.1°F	79.5°F	80.9°F
May 5	83.4°F	80.9°F	81.1°F
May 6	83.7°F	80.1°F	81.4°F
May 7	83.9°F	82.1°F	81.6°F
May 8	84.1°F	82.2°F	81.8°F
May 9	84.0°F	82.6°F	81.7°F
May 10	83.9°F	82.6°F	81.7°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.