King County Weather Forecast
King County weather: 53°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
King County weather in January
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Climate in King County month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 37° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 38° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 41° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 44° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 49° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 71° | 55° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 78° | 58° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 76° | 59° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 69° | 56° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 48° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 43° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 8,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit King County
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
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How King County compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against King County.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area Code 206 | 0 mi | 53°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Seattle | 0 mi | 53°F | about the same | 43 in |
| ZIP Code 98101 | 0 mi | 53°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Space Needle | 1 mi | 53°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11 mi | 52°F | 33°F cooler | 51 in |
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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 53°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 82% and wind is 2 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 7:26 AM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 2, 2026 at 7:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
