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Seattle in October
Seattle weather in October - United States
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Seattle Weather in October

Plan your October trip to Seattle, United States. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 15°C (high) to 8°C (low), with 36% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. Pack rain gear for around 26 rainy days.

Avg High
15°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low
8°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days
26days

36% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Autumn season

Seattle October Weather Calendar

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Currency

USD

$ United States dollar

Language

English

Driving

Right side

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Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.44

Travel Intelligence

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub
87/ 100
Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

slots per day

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

Key Connections

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San Francisco (SFO)
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Denver (DEN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

No Requirements

No Special Vaccinations Required

Standard travel precautions apply

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Seattle?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip
Short Answer

Ideal October conditions in Seattle: 15°C comfortable highs, just 36% chance of rain. The 82% humidity feels pleasant, making this prime sightseeing season.

Decision Factors

Very high humidity

82% average humidity

Near active volcano: Mount Rainier

Medium volcanic risk

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

79% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

  • 🏛️
    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

  • 🏖️
    Beach lovers

    Sea temperature only undefined°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    82% humidity creates difficult conditions

930 observations30-year historical data
Confidence: 95%

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Seattle in October averages 15°C with 36% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Seattle in October

What are the temperatures in Seattle in October?

Daytime highs average 15°C, nights drop to 8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Seattle in October?

Expect around 26 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Seattle in October?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is October peak season in Seattle?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.