Key West in November 2026
Powerboat races, the film festival, the last month of hurricane season and earlier sunsets.
By Brian Williamson, Key West · Updated October 2, 2026
November is when Key West starts to dry out and cool off a little. Hurricane season ends on the 30th, the clocks go back on November 1 so sunset jumps an hour earlier, and the month opens with powerboat race week.
November at a glance
- Average high
- 81°F
- Average low
- 72°F
- Average rain
- 2.0 in
- Sunset
- 5:47 PM → 5:37 PM
- Hurricane season
- Yes (Jun 1 – Nov 30)
Weather: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Key West International Airport. Sunset times calculated for Key West. Hurricane season: National Hurricane Center. Today's live forecast, tides & sunset
The clocks change on November 1
Daylight saving time ends at 2am on Sunday, November 1, 2026, so sunset moves about an hour earlier overnight. Sunset sails and sunset-timed tours shift their departure times with it — check your booking.
Powerboat race week
The offshore powerboat world championship runs November 1–8. Expect a busier waterfront that week; check the organizer's schedule for race days and where to watch.
Weather and water trips
November is much drier than September and October on average, and still warm. Hurricane season runs through November 30, so keep an eye on the National Hurricane Center outlook early in the month.
Eat what's in season
Stone crab season is open (it opened October 15) and so is spiny lobster season.
Events in November
Key West World Championship Offshore Powerboat Races
Nov 1–8, 2026
Offshore powerboat world championship week in Key West. Check the organizer's schedule for race days and viewing spots.
Official siteKey West Film Festival
Nov 18–22, 2026
The 15th annual festival of film screenings and events around Key West.
Official site
Dates checked against organizer sites; confirm with them before you plan around an event.
In season: Stone crab season is open (Oct 15 – May 1); spiny lobster season runs Aug 6 – Mar 31. FWC
Common questions
What's the weather like in Key West in November?
On average, highs of about 81°F, lows of about 72°F and about 2.0 inches of rain for the month (NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Key West International Airport).
What time is sunset in Key West in November?
About 5:47 PM at the start of the month and 5:37 PM at the end (Key West time, calculated).
When does hurricane season end?
November 30. The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 – November 30 (National Hurricane Center).
When are the Key West powerboat races in 2026?
The offshore powerboat world championship is November 1–8, 2026. See the organizer's schedule for race days.
When is the Key West Film Festival 2026?
November 18–22, 2026 (keywestff.com).
Do the clocks change in Key West?
Yes. Daylight saving time ends Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 2am, and sunset moves about an hour earlier.