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Seattle in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Seattle in July will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Seattle, based on historical data.
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July

Weather in Seattle in July 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
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$343 - $343
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Cold water
Planning a trip to Seattle in July? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +75°F and approximately 10 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 28 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • July is usually the driest month of the year in Seattle

Average weather

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+75°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
28 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Seattle has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Seattle in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Seattle for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +90°F during the day to a minimum of +55°F during the night, the temperature in July averages around +81°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +77°F to +77°F.

Is Seattle warm or cold in July?

Seattle is typically warm in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +68°F to +75°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +57°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

July is one of the warmest months in Seattle, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Seattle in July

Water in Seattle in July is Cold. It varies from +49°F to +53°F, with an average of +51°F. The air temperature averaging +75°F is higher than the water temperature.

In July, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Seattle are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +53°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +45°F.

Can you swim in Seattle in July?

We would not recommend swimming in Seattle in July, the water is very cold (+51°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Travel to Seattle

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Flights per week
$343
Min. Price
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Climate in Seattle in July

Seattle weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+68°F+75°F+75°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+48°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+95°F+97°F
Rainfall
56 mm28 mm29 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+47°F+51°F+53°F
Humidity
73%70%71%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
4109
Cloudy days
121213
Rainy days
1499
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +68°F to +75°F during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 56 mm to 28 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 4 to 10.

August brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Seattle in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Seattle is gradually increasing during July, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Seattle based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 11 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. Seattle is amazing in July with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Seattle wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 177 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 29% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Seattle?

This is the weather in Seattle in July 2023:
1 July
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+77°F
2 July
☀️
+77°F
3 July
☀️
+77°F
4 July
☀️
+84°F
5 July
☀️
+87°F
6 July
☀️
+89°F
7 July
☀️
+86°F
8 July
☀️
+78°F
9 July
☀️
+77°F
10 July
☁️
+78°F
11 July
☁️
+75°F
12 July
☁️
+77°F
13 July
☀️
+80°F
14 July
☀️
+84°F
15 July
☀️
+87°F
16 July
☀️
+83°F
17 July
🌧️
+82°F
18 July
☀️
+77°F
19 July
☀️
+86°F
20 July
☀️
+84°F
21 July
☀️
+83°F
22 July
☀️
+79°F
23 July
☀️
+82°F
24 July
☀️
+82°F
25 July
☁️
+73°F
26 July
☀️
+73°F
27 July
☁️
+78°F
28 July
☁️
+79°F
29 July
☀️
+78°F
30 July
☁️
+75°F
31 July
☀️
+77°F
In July 2023 Seattle had 22 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 67%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 36%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Seattle climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Seattle in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2011 (+57°F) and the highest in 2014 (+62°F). The driest year was 1985 with only 714 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2549 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Seattle in July:

Is July a good time to visit Seattle?

July is a really good time to go to Seattle. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Seattle.

Can you sunbathe in Seattle in July?

July is warm in Seattle. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Seattle in July?

Swimming in Seattle in July is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Seattle rainy in July?

Seattle is usually dry in July. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Seattle in July?

The amount of sunny days in Seattle during July varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

How much does it cost to fly to Seattle in July?

The normal prices to fly to Seattle is $343 - $343. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.

Other cities in USA

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Monthly weather in Seattle

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Seattle, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.