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Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Travel Guide

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.

☀️ 69°F now🕔 12:20 PM local📅 Best: June, July and August

Summary

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is an airport in Seattle. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is a commercial airport.

Right now it is 69°F (20°C) in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with clear sky. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 59°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 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 80°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.

The closest major airport is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), about 127 mi away. Nearby highlights include Space Needle, Mount Rainier National Park, Mount Rainier and Olympic National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is in line with the 78°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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

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

Coordinates: 47°27′0.7″N 122°18′31.7″W (47.4502, -122.3088)

Weather in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport right now

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69°F
Clear sky · feels like 67°F
Humidity61%
Wind9 mph W
Gusts14 mph
UV index0.5 · Low
Cloud cover5%
Pressure1003 hPa
VisibilityGood · 9 mi
Air quality39 · Good
Sunrise6:15 AM
Sunset8:08 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 81%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:20 PM, Aug 23 local time.

Weekend outlook

Saturday, Aug 22

☁️ 76° / 59°

Overcast · 4% rain · wind 10 mph

Sunday, Aug 23

☁️ 75° / 59°

Overcast · 6% rain · wind 8 mph

Quick facts about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

TypeAirport
CitySeattle
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates47°27′0.7″N 122°18′31.7″W (47.4502, -122.3088)
IATA codeSEA
Local time12:20 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsJune, July and August
ClimateTemperate

Things to do in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Best time to visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

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.

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What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.

Airports near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Vancouver International AirportYVR127 miVancouver
Portland International AirportPDX129 miPortland

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is an airport in Seattle. Its coordinates are 47.4502, -122.3088. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport right now?

It is currently 69°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 61% and wind is 9 mph.

When is the best time to visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?

June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in?

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 12:20 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?

The closest airports are Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 127 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 129 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?

Popular options include Space Needle, Mount Rainier National Park, Mount Rainier, Olympic National Park, Deception Pass State Park and North Cascades National Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - 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 12:20 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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