Month guide · Key West · United States
Key West in April
What April is really like in Key West: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Key West. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 12.7 hours of daylight. Excellent weather and calmer seas; crowds ease after Easter.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 12.7 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the 7th-warmest month in Key West: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 30 days. Compared with March (26°C (79°F)), April is warmer; by May highs climb to around 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 07:05
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 19:49
- Daylight
- About 12.7 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Winter (December–February). Dry, sunny and comfortable, the main season for visitors; occasional cool, windy spells can cancel boat trips.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Conch Republic Independence Celebration (usually late April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Aquarium · Old Town and Duval Street
Key West Aquarium
An open-air aquarium on Mallory Square, first opened in the 1930s, focusing on fish, turtles and sharks of the Keys, with touch tanks and guided feeding tours.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
Waterfront · Old Town and Duval Street
Mallory Square Sunset Celebration
Arrive about 45 minutes before sunset to find a spot on the water's edge and see the performers set up.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- After dark
- Couples
- Kids
- Views
Beach · Truman Annex
Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
A brick fort from the mid-19th century at the island's southwestern tip, with a state park beach next to it that has some of the best snorkelling from shore on Key West, picnic tables in pine shade and sunset views.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Outdoors
- History
- Nature
Experience · Historic Seaport
Snorkelling and diving on the Florida Reef
Book a morning trip, when seas are usually calmer, and use reef-safe sunscreen.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Key West.
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 22°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Key West?
One of the best months to visit Key West, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are May and December–March. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Key West?
It is one of the best months to visit Key West. Excellent weather and calmer seas; crowds ease after Easter.
+How warm is Key West in April?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Key West in April?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.