February weather forecast
Key West, FL

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A beach pier in Key West, Florida, with palm trees in the background
A beach pier in Key West, Florida, with palm trees in the background

Weather in February

February ushers in a marginal increase in temperature in Key West, yet it is still within a comfortable range. This mild weather provides an impetus for outdoor activities. Although February remains a humid month, an interesting contrast is evident in the slight drop in wind speed. The moniker of "winter" in Florida is only ever so subtly emphasized during this month. Remarkably, February has the lowest cloud percentage of 28%, enhancing visibility and outdoor enjoyment.

Temperature

The onset of February marks an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 73°F, hardly differing from January's 72.7°F. Key West, in the month of February, notes an average low temperature of 69.8°F, indicating a small decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The most humid month is February, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Key West, in February, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.1" of accumulated precipitation. In Key West, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.2 days and collects up to 31.61" of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 71.2°F.
Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 71.2°F is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F.

Daylight

In Key West, the average length of the day in February is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Key West is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during February translates into the following directions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Caution! Sand and water surfaces escalate the UV intensity from the Sun.
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FAQ

What are February temperatures in Key West?

In February, in Key West, the average high-temperature is 73°F, and the average low-temperature is 69.8°F.

What is the most humid month in Key West?

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in February in Key West?

In February, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Key West in February?

In Key West, Florida, in February, during 11 rainfall days, 1.1" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What are the months with the coldest ocean in Key West?

The months with the coldest seawater in Key West are January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 71.2°F.

What is the ocean temperature in February in Key West?

In Key West, in February, the average water temperature is 71.2°F. Swimming in 71.2°F is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F.

How many hours of daylight does Key West have in February?

The average day length in February is 11h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Key West?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Key West have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February in Key West is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in February in Key West?

In Key West, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Key West, FL

Average temperature in February - Key West, FL
  • Average high temperature in February: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (72.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 69.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (82.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (68.5°F).

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Average pressure in February
Key West, FL

Average pressure in February - Key West, FL
  • Average pressure in February: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in February
Key West, FL

Average wind speed in February - Key West, FL
  • Average wind speed in February: 13.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.5mph).

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Average humidity in February
Key West, FL

Average humidity in February - Key West, FL
  • Average humidity in February: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

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Average rainfall in February
Key West, FL

Average rainfall in February - Key West, FL
  • Average rainfall in February: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in February
Key West, FL

Average rainfall days in February - Key West, FL
  • Average rainfall days in February: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and September (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11 days).

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Average sea temperature in February
Key West, FL

Average sea temperature in February - Key West, FL
  • Average sea temperature in February: 71.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (71.2°F).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Key West, FL

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Key West, FL
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Key West, FL

Average sunshine days in February - Key West, FL
  • Average sunshine days in February: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.5 days).

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Average UV index in February
Key West, FL

Average UV index in February - Key West, FL
  • Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in February
Key West, FL

Average cloud cover in February - Key West, FL
  • Average cloud cover in February: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in February
Key West, FL

Average visibility in February - Key West, FL
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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