County in Washington

King County Map

Interactive map of King County with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

☀️ 65°F now🕔 1:26 PM local📅 Best: June, July and August👥 2.3 million

Summary

King County is a county in Washington. King County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 2.3 million.

Right now it is 65°F (19°C) in King County with clear sky. It feels like 65°F. Today runs from 60°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit King County 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 cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 3.8°F below the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in King County 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.

Map of King County

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 47°36′22.3″N 122°19′55.6″W (47.6062, -122.3321)

Quick facts about King County

TypeCounty
StateWashington
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates47°36′22.3″N 122°19′55.6″W (47.6062, -122.3321)
Population2.270.000
Local time1:26 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsJune, July and August
ClimateTemperate

Getting to King County

By road, from nearby cities
  • Seattle · 0 mi · roughly 0 min driving
  • Victoria · 74 mi · roughly 1.7 h driving
  • Vancouver · 121 mi · roughly 2.8 h driving
  • Portland · 145 mi · roughly 3.3 h driving
  • Whistler · 176 mi · roughly 4 h driving

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near King County

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Seattle-Tacoma International AirportSEA11 miSeattle
Vancouver International AirportYVR117 miVancouver
Portland International AirportPDX140 miPortland

Things to do in King County

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around King County.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is King County?

King County is a county in Washington. Its coordinates are 47.6062, -122.3321. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in King County right now?

It is currently 65°F (19°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 76% and wind is 6 mph.

When is the best time to visit King County?

June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in King County, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is King County in?

King County observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 1:26 PM.

How many people live in King County?

King County has a population of approximately 2.3 million.

What is the nearest airport to King County?

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 King County?

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 August 23, 2026 at 1:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
Written byWriter at USPOTUS

Davil Hofile is a writer at USPOTUS covering breaking news, NFL updates, viral stories, entertainment, pets, and lifestyle. He specializes in transforming complex news into clear, trustworthy, and engaging articles that help readers quickly understand what's happening across the United States. His reporting follows Google's E-E-A-T guidelines, emphasizing accuracy, credible sources, and practical value for readers.

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