Space Needle Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Space Needle: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Space Needle 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).
Recent extremes in Space Needle
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Space Needle compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Space Needle.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZIP Code 98101 | 1 mi | 53°F | about the same | 43 in |
| King County | 1 mi | 53°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Area Code 206 | 1 mi | 53°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 12 mi | 52°F | 33°F cooler | 51 in |
| Deception Pass State Park | 56 mi | 51°F | 35°F cooler | 42 in |
Best time to visit Space Needle
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.
What this means for Space Needle
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 59°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 58°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Space Needle is a tourist attraction in Seattle. Space Needle is a landmark known for the 1962 World's Fair tower.
Right now it is 51°F (10°C) in Space Needle with mainly clear. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 47°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 9%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Space Needle 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 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include Deception Pass State Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Park and Mount Rainier.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 59°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Space Needle 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.
Quick facts about Space Needle
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Seattle |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 47°37′13.8″N 122°20′57.5″W (47.6205, -122.3493) |
| Known for | the 1962 World's Fair tower |
| Local time | 12:09 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Space Needle?
Space Needle is a tourist attraction in Seattle. Its coordinates are 47.6205, -122.3493. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Space Needle right now?
It is currently 51°F (10°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 75% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Space Needle?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Space Needle, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Space Needle in?
Space Needle observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 12:09 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Space Needle?
The closest airports are Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 12 mi away, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 115 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 141 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Space Needle?
Popular options include Deception Pass State Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Park, Mount Rainier, North Cascades National Park and Stanley Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 12:09 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
