Geography of ZIP Code 98101
Geography of ZIP Code 98101: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of ZIP Code 98101
ZIP Code 98101 is 0 mi to the north, Area Code 206 is 0 mi to the south, King County is 0 mi to the south and Space Needle is 1 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 47°36′39.6″N 122°20′4.2″W (47.611, -122.3345)
Quick facts about ZIP Code 98101
| Type | ZIP / postal code |
|---|---|
| City | Seattle |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 47°36′39.6″N 122°20′4.2″W (47.611, -122.3345) |
| Known for | Downtown Seattle |
| ZIP codes | 98101 |
| Local time | 8:10 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
ZIP Code 98101 is a postal code area in Seattle. ZIP Code 98101 covers Downtown Seattle.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in ZIP Code 98101 with overcast. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 47°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit ZIP Code 98101 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 64°F is 5°F above the 59°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in ZIP Code 98101 today at 9.9/10. 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.
Climate in ZIP Code 98101 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).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is ZIP Code 98101?
ZIP Code 98101 is a postal code area in Seattle. Its coordinates are 47.611, -122.3345. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in ZIP Code 98101 right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 71% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit ZIP Code 98101?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in ZIP Code 98101, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is ZIP Code 98101 in?
ZIP Code 98101 observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:10 PM.
What is the nearest airport to ZIP Code 98101?
The closest airports are Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 11 mi away, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 116 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 140 mi away.
What are the top things to do in ZIP Code 98101?
Popular options include Space Needle, Deception Pass State Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Mount Rainier, Olympic National Park and North Cascades National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (postal-codes-sample) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 8:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
