Olympic National Park Travel Guide
Olympic National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 54°F (12°C) in Olympic National Park with overcast. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 49°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Olympic National Park is July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is in line with the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Olympic National Park 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.
Map of Olympic National Park
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
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 8:51 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌥️ 67° / 49°
Fog · 8% rain · wind 7 mph
☁️ 62° / 46°
Overcast · 9% rain · wind 7 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 | 8:51 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| 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 and August. 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
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 70°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- 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 54°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 83% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Olympic National Park?
July and August 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 8:51 AM.
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 August 23, 2026 at 8:51 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
