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Florida Spring Break 2009

By Dawn Henthorn, About.com

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Florida Keys

Key West Sunset Celebration

Key West Sunset Celebration

© Photographer Bob Krist/Florida Keys News Bureau
It's a long drive, but well worth it once you arrive. Young, old, tall, short, gay, straight... the Florida Keys are as diverse as those who inhabit and visit them. Spring break in the Florida Keys means embracing many lifestyles and activities — including the awesome sunset celebration Just bring plenty of sunscreen and a willingness to try just about anything and follow the rules. Yes, I said rules. The beaches close at 11 p.m., and they are regularly patrolled. The bars on the other hand are open until 4 a.m., but remember you have to be at least 21 to drink. The streets of Key West are usually quiet by that hour though... and you're expected to be too. Shhh... what happens in the Florida Keys, stays in the Florida Keys.

What You Need to Know

The average annual temperature in the Florida Keys is a warm 82 degrees Fahrenheit. During March and April, the averages daytime highs reach 79 to 82 degrees and the nighttime lows a cool 69 to 72 degrees. The average water temperature is 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

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