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The best time to visit Seattle

Month-by-month climate averages for Seattle, WA, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

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Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Seattle is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest November rain is behind you.

Seattle is warmest in July (highs near 76°F) and coldest in February (lows around 36°F), with roughly 42 inches of precipitation across the year and November the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, June, July and August.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Seattle forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Seattle weather by month

what to expect in Seattle through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Seattle's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Seattle by season.

Jan
46°
37°
Cool
Feb
47°
36°
Cool
Mar
52°
39°
Cool
Apr
57°
44°
Cool
May
64°
48°
Mild
Jun
69°
53°
Mild
Jul
76°
56°
Warm
Aug
76°
58°
Warm
Sep
70°
56°
Mild
Oct
61°
49°
Mild
Nov
50°
42°
Cool
Wettest
Dec
45°
36°
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Seattle?
The most comfortable time to visit Seattle is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest November rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Seattle?
July is the warmest month in Seattle, averaging highs near 76°F.
What is the coldest month in Seattle?
February is the coldest month in Seattle, with lows around 36°F.
When is the rainy season in Seattle?
The wettest month in Seattle is usually November, out of roughly 42 inches of precipitation across the year.

Seattle month by month