Is Key West a tropical island?

The Florida Keys are situated within the subtropical region of the western hemisphere. Because of its proximity to the Gulf Stream and the Gulf of Mexico, the keys have a mild tropical-maritime climate where the average summer and winter temperatures rarely differ more than 10 degrees.



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Key West has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw, similar to the Caribbean islands).

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Key West beaches are similar to The Bahamas, with white sand, coral rocks, and shallow turquoise water with tropical fish right off shore.

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No. The Florida Keys are 90-plus miles north of Cuba. The Florida Straits separate the two. So, one must head south across the Florida Straits and Cuba to reach the Caribbean Sea at its nearest point to the Florida Keys.

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Boasting temperate waters and more than 3,400 hours of annual sunshine, the beaches of Key West are some of the most popular destinations on this tropical island paradise. You can enjoy the sun, sand and warm water as well as a variety of activities like swimming, snorkeling and fishing.

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You can also swim and enjoy other water sports like windsurfing and snorkeling as well as kayaking and paddleboarding in the clear, clean water inhabited by tropical fish.

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Yes, you can swim at Key West beaches! Keep in mind, it won't be the same experience as other parts of Florida (big waves and soft sand).

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Why is Key West famous? Thanks to its buccaneering history, Caribbean connections, picturesque pastel-hued houses, Ernest Hemmingway, iconic Key Lime Pie and legendary sunsets, Key West sure isn't short of famous draws.

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Like Miami, Key West is 16% likely to be struck by a hurricane each year, but since its maximum elevation is a mere 18 feet, Key West is also at a very high risk for heavy flooding and powerful storm surges, both of which are extremely dangerous situations.

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The best time to visit Key West is December through April. In winter, the island rewards visitors with mild temperatures averaging highs in the mid-seventies (about 24?), sunny days, and little rainfall. The average high temperature rises only about five degrees during March and April, and precipitation remains low.

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How many days do you need to visit Key West? 2 to 3 days are enough for Key West. With an extra day in the city you can either visit one of the national or state parks on a day tour. Or pick more water sports.

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For The Clearest Beaches Visit Fort Zachary Taylor Beach For you beach purists out there, Fort Zachary Taylor Beach is one of the only natural beaches in the Keys. At Fort Zach, you won't find the same soft white sand that other beaches brought in from the Caribbean.

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August is the hottest month in Key West, with average temperatures ranging from an average high of 91 to a low of 81 degrees. The humidity is also quite high, with plenty of rainfall. For those sensitivy to humidity and weary of rain, August is probably the worst time to visit Key West.

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