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Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in April
Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys edges warmer than March, with highs of 78°F (26°C), lows of 76°F (25°C) and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain.
At 93/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 93/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (26°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 76°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (47 mm) for the month.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.0 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around April
April is one of Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys's best months on the climate data.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: May brings 4.0 in (102 mm).
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 83/100.
- Comfort holds steady from March (93 → 93/100).
- Our Key West New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Old Seven Mile Bridge
A 2.2-mile walk or bike ride on the restored old bridge from Marathon out to Pigeon Key.
Why now April scores 93/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bahia Honda State Park
A wide sandy beach on clear, shallow water, about 40 miles up the Overseas Highway from Key West.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
No Name Pub
A pizza and beer stop on a back road of Big Pine Key, its walls covered in signed dollar bills.
Blue Hole
A freshwater pond in an old quarry in the National Key Deer Refuge, where small Key deer and alligators are often seen.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Key West in April~33 mi · highs 78°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Everglades in April~49 mi · highs 80°F, 2.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Key Largo in April~59 mi · highs 79°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Miami in April~101 mi · highs 79°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 93/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain.
How hot is Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in April?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 76°F (25°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in April?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 40.5 in (1028 mm).
What should I pack for Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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