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Key West in October

A risky month — score 49 of 100

Typical October days in Key West reach about 86°F with nights near 77°F; rain is frequent — about 12 days see some rain, usually in showers. October is also the statistical peak of Atlantic hurricane season (the season runs June 1–November 30) — the averages hide that risk, so flexible plans matter.

Season note: October falls in Atlantic hurricane season (June 1–November 30), its statistical peak. That is climatology, not a forecast — but it is the one risk the averages cannot show.

What to pack for Key West in October

• A waterproof shell — rain falls on about 12 days in a typical October.
• Swimsuit, sandals, and reef-safe sunscreen.

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October vs. the alternatives

The whole year in Key West

Averages are the 1991–2020 climate normals (NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information) for the station named on each page. Rain days = days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation. Daylight is computed for the middle of the month.