Key West
Country: USA · Region: Florida · Area: Florida Keys · Arrival: Dock · Currency: US Dollar
Key West is the southernmost city in the continental United States, a colorful island at the end of the Florida Keys known for Duval Street, the nightly sunset celebration at Mallory Square, the Hemingway Home, and the pastel conch houses of Old Town.
Top sights
Duval Street, Mallory Square sunset, Hemingway Home, Southernmost Point, Truman Little White House
Things to do
- Ernest Hemingway House
- Historic home where Hemingway lived and wrote for a decade, featuring descendants of his six-toed cats on the grounds.
- Fort Zachary Taylor
- 1866 fort with moat, nature trails, and beaches offering sunset views without the crowds of Mallory Square.
- Key West Lighthouse
- Historic lighthouse offering panoramic views of the island from its observation deck.
- Shipwreck Museum
- Museum with an observation tower providing panoramic views of the island.
Beaches
- Fort Zachary Taylor Beach
- Beach area at the fort featuring nature trails and a snack stand.
- Ballast Key
- Island open to boaters during daylight hours for birdwatching and nature photography.
Forecast for Key West
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Weather in Key West by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F | 69°F | 1.8 in | 7 |
| February | 74°F | 70°F | 1.4 in | 6 |
| March | 76°F | 73°F | 1.5 in | 4 |
| April | 78°F | 76°F | 1.6 in | 6 |
| May | 81°F | 78°F | 3.6 in | 10 |
| June | 84°F | 80°F | 5.5 in | 16 |
| July | 85°F | 82°F | 3.6 in | 14 |
| August | 86°F | 82°F | 5.1 in | 17 |
| September | 85°F | 81°F | 6.6 in | 18 |
| October | 82°F | 79°F | 5.0 in | 15 |
| November | 79°F | 76°F | 3.0 in | 8 |
| December | 76°F | 72°F | 2.6 in | 7 |
Getting around
Visitors can walk, rent bicycles or scooters, use golf carts, take the Key West Transit bus system, or use taxis and ride-share services like Uber or Lyft; car rental is unnecessary within Key West.
Tips
Explore the tourist area on Duval Street and Old Town on foot or by bike to avoid expensive parking challenges.
Best for
History, maritime culture, tropical destination
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