Sunset Times in Key West — Monthly Guide for 2026
Key West is famous for its stunning sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. While the exact sunset time changes slightly each day, the guide below provides typical sunset times for each month to help you plan your visit or activities.
January
Typical Sunset Time: Around 5:50 PM
January features the earliest sunsets of the year, but winter skies often deliver vibrant colors and clear views.
February
Typical Sunset Time: Around 6:12 PM
Days slowly grow longer in February, offering slightly later sunsets and pleasant evening temperatures.
March
Typical Sunset Time: Around 6:30 PM early in the month and around 7:39 PM after daylight saving time begins
March brings a noticeable shift as daylight saving time starts, extending evening daylight.
April
Typical Sunset Time: Around 7:43 PM
April sunsets arrive comfortably in the evening, making it a popular month for sunset cruises and outdoor dining.
May
Typical Sunset Time: Around 7:56 PM
Late spring offers long, warm evenings perfect for enjoying the waterfront.
June
Typical Sunset Time: Around 8:12 PM
June brings some of the longest days of the year, with sunsets lingering well into the evening.
July
Typical Sunset Time: Around 8:20 PM
July typically has the latest sunsets of the year, providing extended daylight and beautiful twilight.
August
Typical Sunset Time: Around 8:11 PM
Sunsets begin to occur slightly earlier, though evenings remain long and warm.
September
Typical Sunset Time: Around 7:46 PM
As fall approaches, daylight shortens, but sunsets remain colorful and dramatic.
October
Typical Sunset Time: Around 7:14 PM
October offers a balance of comfortable temperatures and earlier evening sunsets.
November
Typical Sunset Time: Around 5:47 PM
Sunset times move earlier again as winter approaches.
December
Typical Sunset Time: Around 5:38 PM
December brings the earliest sunsets of the year, closing the day with classic Key West island charm.
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