Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Seattle in July
Seattle sees its driest month, with just 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain, highs of 74°F (24°C) and lows of 56°F (14°C).
At 89/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 74°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (19 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 25 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What July feels like
Warm afternoons near 74°F (24°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 56°F (14°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (19 mm) for the whole month.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 25 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is one of Seattle's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 74°F, up from 68°F in June.
- Comfort improves from 86/100 in June to 89/100.
- July sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Pacific Northwest route recommends.
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Puget Sound Islands route recommends.
- Our Seattle, Snoqualmie Pass & Leavenworth route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 74°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Seattle in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
Ballard Locks move boats between Lake Washington and Puget Sound; fish ladder windows show migrating salmon.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jul–Sep.
Zig Zag Café
Classic cocktail bar tucked down the Pike Street Hillclimb steps below the market.
Why now July scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Pike Place Chowder
Award-winning New England clam chowder stall in Post Alley.
Why now Highs near 74°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Ivar's Acres of Clams
Waterfront seafood house on Pier 54, serving clam chowder and fish and chips since 1946.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Seattle Art Museum
Downtown art museum with strong Northwest Coast Native and modern collections.
Pacific Northwest Ballet's Nutcracker at McCaw Hall
Pacific Northwest Ballet's annual Nutcracker, staged at McCaw Hall at Seattle Center from late November through late December.
Nearby in July
- Bainbridge Island in July~9 mi · highs 75°F, 0.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Snoqualmie Pass in July~45 mi · highs 69°F, 1.1 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Olympic NP in July~61 mi · highs 59°F, 1.2 in rain · 9°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Juan Island in July~71 mi · highs 70°F, 0.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Pike Place Market & Waterfront and Seattle Center & Queen Anne.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Seattle in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Seattle?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 74°F (24°C) and 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Sep window our Pacific Northwest route recommends.
How hot is Seattle in July?
Average highs are 74°F (24°C) and average lows 56°F (14°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Seattle in July?
Not much: about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1230 mm).
What should I pack for Seattle in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 74°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in July
- Pacific Northwest Jun – Sep
- Puget Sound Islands May – Sep
Planning Seattle in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.