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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Seattle has a Mediterranean climate, classified as Csb in the Köppen system. The warmest month is July with an average high of 25°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 2°C. The annual temperature range of 23°C reflects moderate seasonal variation.
The driest month is August with only 5 rain days and 34mm of precipitation. For travellers, August through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 65% to 65% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Seattle are August, July, September. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
25°C
July
Coldest Month
2°C
January
Driest Month
5 days
August
Annual Range
23°C
2° to 25°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 2°C | 18 | 4h | View |
| February | 9°C | 2°C | 14 | 6h | View |
| March | 11°C | 3°C | 18 | 8h | View |
| April | 14°C | 5°C | 16 | 10h | View |
| May | 18°C | 8°C | 13 | 11h | View |
| June | 21°C | 11°C | 10 | 12h | View |
| July | 25°C | 14°C | 6 | 13h | View |
| August | 25°C | 14°C | 5 | 12h | View |
| September | 21°C | 12°C | 8 | 10h | View |
| October | 15°C | 8°C | 15 | 7h | View |
| November | 10°C | 4°C | 18 | 5h | View |
| December | 7°C | 2°C | 18 | 4h | View |
January
18 rain days, 4h sun
February
14 rain days, 6h sun
March
18 rain days, 8h sun
April
16 rain days, 10h sun
May
13 rain days, 11h sun
June
10 rain days, 12h sun
July
6 rain days, 13h sun
August
5 rain days, 12h sun
September
8 rain days, 10h sun
October
15 rain days, 7h sun
November
18 rain days, 5h sun
December
18 rain days, 4h sun
Seattle in July
Data Sources for Seattle
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.