The Florida Keys
Key West Fishing Weather & Tides
Flats, harbor tarpon, and blue water at the end of the road.
Today on the water
Tuesday, July 21Right now it's 83°F and clear at Key West, with wind SE 12 mph (gusts 17). The forecast high is 91° with a 3% chance of rain.
Today's tides
- High tide3:43 AM (1.6 ft)
- Low tide10:27 AM (0.3 ft)
- High tide4:42 PM (1.0 ft)
- Low tide9:48 PM (0.5 ft)
Sun
- Sunrise6:50 AM
- Sunset8:16 PM
- UV index8
Fishing Key West
Key West, at the end of the island chain, offers everything: tarpon in the harbor and channels, permit and bonefish on the surrounding flats, yellowtail snapper and grouper on the reef, and sailfish, tuna, and mahi in the deep water a short run out. The Marquesas and backcountry to the west add legendary flats. It's arguably the most complete saltwater fishery in the country.
Target species
- Tarpon
- Permit
- Yellowtail snapper
- Sailfish
Local tip: Harbor and channel tarpon move on the tide; the flats fish best on clear, moving water.
Key West fishing & weather FAQ
- What are the tides in Key West today?
- Key West's tide predictions come from the NOAA CO-OPS station at Key West. Today's high and low tide times are shown above and update through the day on the live dashboard.
- What fish can you catch at Key West?
- Key West is known for Tarpon, Permit, Yellowtail snapper, and more. The mix shifts with the season, water temperature, and tide — check the live conditions before you run.
- What's the best weather app for fishing Key West?
- Salty Forecast is built for exactly this stretch of coast — it combines tides for the harbor & the reef, wind and gust forecasts, water temperature from nearby NOAA buoys, live radar, and offshore swell in one clean, free view aimed at anglers.
- Is the wind good for fishing Key West right now?
- Wind direction and speed make or break a day on the water. The live Salty Forecast dashboard shows current wind and gusts, an hourly wind forecast, and an animated wind map so you can pick the calmest window and the most protected water.
Nearby spots
Tides from NOAA CO-OPS (Key West). Forecast from Open-Meteo. Salty Forecast is a free hyperlocal weather app built for anglers — species and local notes are general guidance, not fishing advice. Always check current conditions and regulations before heading out.