Month guide · Key West · United States
Key West in June
What June is really like in Key West: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Bubba73, CC BY-SA 3.0
.jpg){kind=link}
Quick answer
June is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 10 rainy days and roughly 13.6 hours of daylight. Hot, humid and the start of the rainy season, with brief afternoon storms; hurricane season begins.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 10
- Daylight
- About 13.6 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Key West: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 10 of its 30 days. Compared with May (30°C (86°F)), June is about as warm; by July highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 06:38
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 20:17
- Daylight
- About 13.6 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Spring (March–May). Hot sun, calm water and the best diving conditions, with spring-break crowds in March and quieter weeks in May.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in June
- Key West Pride (usually June)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Experience · Historic Seaport
Snorkelling and diving on the Florida Reef
Catamarans and dive boats leave Key West Bight for reef sites such as Sand Key, where shallow coral heads hold parrotfish, angelfish and sometimes turtles and nurse sharks.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
Landmark · Bahama Village
Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters
It is opposite the Hemingway Home, so climb it straight after your tour.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Kids
- History
Historic site · Old Town and Duval Street
Key West Cemetery
Founded in 1847, the city cemetery has above-ground vaults because of the high water table, a memorial to sailors of the USS Maine, and witty epitaphs such as 'I told you I was sick'.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Off the beaten path
Waterfront · Historic Seaport
Historic Seaport harbour walk
Look into the water near the fish-cleaning stations, where large tarpon often gather.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- After dark
- Couples
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Key West.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 26°C and 10 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Key West?
A shoulder-season month, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, December–May are better overall. Compare every month.
Key West in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Key West?
It is a shoulder-season month. Hot, humid and the start of the rainy season, with brief afternoon storms; hurricane season begins.
+How warm is Key West in June?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Key West in June?
Expect rain on about 10 days of the month.