Best Time to Visit Tacoma, Washington, USA
Tacoma is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Tacoma for sunny, dry weather is June–September — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.4°C / 39.9°F in January to 19.1°C / 66.4°F in August, with rainfall from 23 mm / 0.9 in (July) to 168 mm / 6.6 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tacoma, Washington, United States of America's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Tacoma's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 16.5°C61.7°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.9°C66°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.1°C66.4°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 16°C60.8°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tacoma?
The best time to visit Tacoma for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 19.1°C / 66.4°F, and the driest is July with about 23 mm / 0.9 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tacoma's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Tacoma?
The rainy season at Tacoma, Washington runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 84 mm / 3.3 in. The wettest single month is December (168 mm / 6.6 in).
What is the driest month in Tacoma?
The driest month in Tacoma is July, averaging about 23 mm / 0.9 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.9°C / 66°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Tacoma?
The least comfortable months for travel to Tacoma — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 168 mm / 6.6 in in December, and the coldest month averages 4.4°C / 39.9°F.
Is Tacoma climate different from United States of America overall?
Yes, usually. Our Tacoma figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United States of America figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Tacoma specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.