Best Time to Visit Seattle
Best time to visit Seattle: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Seattle
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Seattle month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 37° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 38° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 41° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 44° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 49° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 71° | 55° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 78° | 58° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 76° | 59° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 69° | 56° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 48° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 43° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 8,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Seattle compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Seattle.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King County | 0 mi | 53°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Deception Pass State Park | 57 mi | 51°F | 35°F cooler | 42 in |
| Mount Rainier National Park | 58 mi | 27°F | 58°F cooler | 103 in |
| Mount Rainier | 59 mi | 6°F | 80°F cooler | 103 in |
| Olympic National Park | 61 mi | 38°F | 47°F cooler | 115 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Seattle
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each attraction in Seattle
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each zip / postal code in Seattle
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each area code in Seattle
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 58°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Seattle is a city in Washington. Seattle is known for Space Needle, coffee and Puget Sound. It has a population of about 750.000.
Right now it is 60°F (16°C) in Seattle with overcast. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 48°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Seattle is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Space Needle, Deception Pass State Park, Mount Rainier National Park and Mount Rainier.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 63°F is 3.2°F above the 59°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Seattle today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Seattle right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:37 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 69° / 51°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 71° / 53°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
Things to do in Seattle
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Seattle.
Quick facts about Seattle
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Washington |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 47°36′22.3″N 122°19′55.6″W (47.6062, -122.3321) |
| Population | 750.000 |
| Known for | Space Needle, coffee and Puget Sound |
| Local time | 2:37 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Explore Seattle
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Seattle?
Seattle is a city in Washington. Its coordinates are 47.6062, -122.3321. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Seattle right now?
It is currently 60°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Seattle?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Seattle, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Seattle in?
Seattle observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 2:37 PM.
How many people live in Seattle?
Seattle has a population of approximately 750.000.
What is the nearest airport to Seattle?
The closest airports are Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 11 mi away, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 117 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 140 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Seattle?
Popular options include Space Needle, Deception Pass State Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Mount Rainier, Olympic National Park and North Cascades National Park.
What places are in Seattle?
Seattle covers 4 places in this atlas, including Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Space Needle, ZIP Code 98101 and Area Code 206.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 2:37 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
