Tacoma, WA Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Tacoma
Weather in Tacoma is shaped by its oceanic climate - expect mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. August afternoons typically reach 79°F (26°C), while December highs hover near 45°F (7°C). Annual precipitation averages 49.3 inches (1253 mm) over about 154 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 79°F (26°C)
- Coldest month: December - highs near 45°F (7°C)
- Record high: 107°F (41°C) · Record low: 11°F (-12°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: December (20 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 8 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 79°F (26°C) and overnight lows stay near 58°F (14°C). The coolest month is December, with typical highs of 45°F (7°C) and lows around 36°F (2°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 107°F (41°C) and dropped as low as 11°F (-12°C).
Rain, sun and snow
December is usually the wettest month. It brings about 7.9 inches (200 mm) of rain over 20 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.8 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 8 days in a typical year, mostly from November through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 35° | 18 | 7.3 in | 4.2 h/day | 86% |
| February | 47° | 35° | 16 | 5.2 in | 5.1 h/day | 84% |
| March | 52° | 37° | 16 | 4.5 in | 7.5 h/day | 81% |
| April | 57° | 41° | 15 | 3.7 in | 9.1 h/day | 77% |
| May | 65° | 47° | 9 | 2.1 in | 10.3 h/day | 74% |
| June | 71° | 52° | 8 | 2.0 in | 12.0 h/day | 69% |
| July | 79° | 57° | 3 | 0.5 in | 12.8 h/day | 63% |
| August | 79° | 58° | 5 | 1.1 in | 11.8 h/day | 66% |
| September | 70° | 53° | 10 | 2.6 in | 9.4 h/day | 75% |
| October | 60° | 46° | 14 | 5.1 in | 6.7 h/day | 83% |
| November | 50° | 39° | 18 | 7.3 in | 4.8 h/day | 86% |
| December | 45° | 36° | 20 | 7.9 in | 3.6 h/day | 88% |
Tacoma month by month
Tacoma weather in January
January brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 35°F (2°C), about 18 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Tacoma weather in February
February brings highs around 47°F (8°C), lows near 35°F (2°C), about 16 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Tacoma weather in March
March brings highs around 52°F (11°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 16 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Tacoma weather in April
April brings highs around 57°F (14°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 15 wet days.
Tacoma weather in May
May brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 47°F (9°C), about 9 wet days.
Tacoma weather in June
June brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 52°F (11°C), about 8 wet days.
Tacoma weather in July
July brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 3 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Tacoma.
Tacoma weather in August
August brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 5 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Tacoma.
Tacoma weather in September
September brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 10 wet days.
Tacoma weather in October
October brings highs around 60°F (15°C), lows near 46°F (8°C), about 14 wet days.
Tacoma weather in November
November brings highs around 50°F (10°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 18 wet days.
Tacoma weather in December
December brings highs around 45°F (7°C), lows near 36°F (2°C), about 20 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days - typically the coldest month and the wettest month of the year in Tacoma.
Seasons in Tacoma
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Tacoma is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 58°F (14°C) and nights around 42°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 41 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Tacoma brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 76°F (25°C) and nights around 56°F (13°C); rain falls on about 16 days over the three months.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Tacoma is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 60°F (16°C) and nights around 46°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 42 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Tacoma is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 46°F (8°C) and nights around 35°F (2°C); expect showers on roughly 55 days across the season, plus around 6 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Tacoma
The best time to visit Tacoma is generally May to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 73°F (23°C).
Pack for Tacoma with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 58°F (14°C).
Tacoma temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.