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Seattle Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to Seattle, United States with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 15°C (high) to 7°C (low), with 918mm annual rainfall. The best months to visit are May, June, July for optimal weather conditions. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
15°C

Peak in August

Avg Low
7°C

Coolest in December

Annual Rainfall
918mm

Heavy in December

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

Seattle Monthly Weather Guide

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Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.44

Best Time to Visit Seattle

Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 47.6062° N, 122.3321° W

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Seattle is a prominent destination in United States.

Located at 47.61°N latitude,Seattle experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons.

Based on 30 years of data, August is the warmest month (avg. 24°C), while December is the coolest. December sees the most rain (50% chance), making July the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+1.06°C

Total over 30 years

+0.35°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Seattle, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

May, June, July

Best months to visit

15°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Seattle receives approximately 918mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

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1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.4°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

14.6°

2024 Avg

15.4°

2040 Proj

15.8°

Historical Rate

+0.35°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.28°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ Seattle has warmed by +1.1°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.279°C/decade), for a total of +1.5°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub
87/ 100
Traffic Index

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Peak

May

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

508
Jan
533
Feb
558
Mar
595
Apr
740
May
696
Jun
707
Jul
713
Aug
675
Sep
584
Oct
498
Nov
575
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

No Requirements

No Special Vaccinations Required

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Seattle Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January7°C47%🌧️ Rainy
February8°C40%Neutral
March11°C43%🌧️ Rainy
April13°C34%Neutral
May17°C25%😊 Pleasant
June20°C20%✨ Perfect
July24°C7%✨ Perfect
August24°C11%✨ Perfect
September21°C19%✨ Perfect
October15°C36%Neutral
November10°C49%🌧️ Rainy
December7°C50%🌧️ Rainy

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Seattle Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit Seattle?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, May, June, July are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in Seattle?

August is historically the hottest month in Seattle with average highs of 24°C.

When does it rain the most in Seattle?

December typically sees the highest probability of rain (50%).

Is Seattle expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.