Best Time to Visit Seattle
Best time: Jul, Aug, Jun, Sep.
Aug is warmest (24°C high); Dec is rainiest (161 mm).
Seattle weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7.7 | 1.9 | 137 | 1.6 |
| Feb | 9.6 | 2.6 | 107 | 3 |
| Mar | 11.5 | 3.4 | 106 | 4.5 |
| Apr | 14.2 | 5.1 | 76 | 6.6 |
| May | 17.8 | 8 | 49 | 8.2 |
| Jun | 20.8 | 10.6 | 42 | 9 |
| Jul | 23.7 | 12.5 | 25 | 9.6 |
| Aug | 24 | 12.9 | 31 | 8.4 |
| Sep | 20.7 | 10.6 | 45 | 6.2 |
| Oct | 15.4 | 6.9 | 85 | 3.3 |
| Nov | 10.1 | 4.2 | 148 | 1.8 |
| Dec | 7.5 | 2 | 161 | 1.3 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulAugJunSep
Beaches: JulAugJunSep
Hiking: JulAugJunMay
Sightseeing: JulAugJunSep
Seattle quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Seattle?
Jul, Aug, Jun, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Dec, about 161 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 24°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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