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Key West weather in August (Florida, United States of America)

What can you expect from the weather in Key West during August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Key West generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 27°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Key West in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 19 days.

The city usually sees around 309 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Key West. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Key West climate page with graphs.

 

Key West, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 134 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
SunshineSunshine 309 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 76%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 31°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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