Olympic National Park Travel Guide
Olympic National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Olympic National Park is a national park in Washington. Olympic National Park is a US national park known for rainforest, mountains and wild coast.
Right now it is 28°F (-3°C) in Olympic National Park with snow. It feels like 20°F. Today runs from 24°F to 33°F. Chance of precipitation is 78%. Sightseeing conditions score 2.8/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Olympic National Park is July. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 18°F.
The closest major airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), about 65 mi away. Nearby highlights include Space Needle, Deception Pass State Park, Stanley Park and Mount Rainier.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 33°F is 14°F below the 47°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Olympic National Park today at 7/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Overnight lows near 24°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Snow is falling now - expect reduced traction and slower journeys.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Olympic National Park
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Coordinates: 47°48′7.6″N 123°36′15.8″W (47.8021, -123.6044)
Weather in Olympic National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:18 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌨️ 35° / 24°
Light snow showers · 28% rain · wind 5 mph
☁️ 38° / 22°
Overcast · 8% rain · wind 4 mph
Quick facts about Olympic National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Washington |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 47°48′7.6″N 123°36′15.8″W (47.8021, -123.6044) |
| Established | 1938 |
| Known for | rainforest, mountains and wild coast |
| Local time | 8:18 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Things to do in Olympic National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Olympic National Park.
Best time to visit Olympic National Park
Go in July. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Olympic National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | SEA | 65 mi | Seattle |
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | 98 mi | Vancouver |
| Portland International Airport | PDX | 160 mi | Portland |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Olympic National Park?
Olympic National Park is a national park in Washington. Its coordinates are 47.8021, -123.6044. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Olympic National Park right now?
It is currently 28°F (-3°C) with snow. Humidity is 81% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Olympic National Park?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in Olympic National Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Olympic National Park in?
Olympic National Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:18 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Olympic National Park?
The closest airports are Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 65 mi away, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 98 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 160 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Olympic National Park?
Popular options include Space Needle, Deception Pass State Park, Stanley Park, Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park and North Cascades National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 28, 2026 at 8:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
