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Seattle weather in October

Long-run climate averages for Seattle, WA in October, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

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October at a glance

In October, Seattle averages 60°F by day and 48°F at night. The wettest month is usually December.

October in Seattle averages a daytime high of 60°F and an overnight low of 48°F, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Seattle sees roughly 43 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Seattle forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Seattle weather by month

what to expect in Seattle through the year

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
51°
38°
Cool
Apr
55°
42°
Cool
May
65°
49°
Mild
Jun
69°
53°
Mild
Jul
78°
58°
Warm
Aug
77°
59°
Warm
Sep
69°
55°
Mild
Oct
60°
48°
Mild
Nov
50°
42°
Cool
Dec
49°
40°
Cool
Wettest

Bottom line: over the last 30 days the American model has been the most accurate forecast for Seattle, scoring 88/100 on our CheckWeather Score, ahead of the European at 86. See the full US accuracy scoreboard for exactly how every model is tested.

Common questions

How warm is Seattle in October?
Seattle averages a daytime high of 60°F in October, with overnight lows around 48°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast - for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is October a good 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 December rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Seattle in October?
The wettest month in Seattle is usually December. Across the year the city sees roughly 43 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages from ERA5 reanalysis. Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .

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