Space Needle Travel Guide
Space Needle travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Space Needle is a tourist attraction in Seattle. Space Needle is a landmark known for the 1962 World's Fair tower.
Right now it is 71°F (22°C) in Space Needle with mainly clear. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 58°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Space Needle 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 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include Deception Pass State Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Park and Mount Rainier.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is 5.4°F below the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Space Needle 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 Space Needle
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 47°37′13.8″N 122°20′57.5″W (47.6205, -122.3493)
Weather in Space Needle right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:16 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 71° / 58°
Overcast · 4% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 74° / 55°
Light drizzle · 18% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about Space Needle
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Seattle |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 47°37′13.8″N 122°20′57.5″W (47.6205, -122.3493) |
| Known for | the 1962 World's Fair tower |
| Local time | 3:16 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Space Needle
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Space Needle.
Best time to visit Space Needle
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Space Needle
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | SEA | 12 mi | Seattle |
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | 115 mi | Vancouver |
| Portland International Airport | PDX | 141 mi | Portland |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Space Needle?
Space Needle is a tourist attraction in Seattle. Its coordinates are 47.6205, -122.3493. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Space Needle right now?
It is currently 71°F (22°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 60% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Space Needle?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Space Needle, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Space Needle in?
Space Needle observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 3:16 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Space Needle?
The closest airports are Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 12 mi away, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 115 mi away and Portland International Airport (PDX), 141 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Space Needle?
Popular options include Deception Pass State Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Park, Mount Rainier, North Cascades National Park and Stanley Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 3:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
