FallOff season ~58°F highs

Things to do in Seattle in October

October is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Seattle, with average highs around 58°F. Crisp air and changing leaves make parks and viewpoints shine.

Plan a October weekend Where else in October

Best picks for October

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in October.

1Foliage walks

Olympic National Park

national park on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State, USA

Space Needle

observation tower in Seattle, Washington, United States

Trieste II

The underwater vessel that brought man to the deepese ocean in 1960

Holidays in October 2026

Columbus Day · Mon, Oct 12

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

What’s on in Seattle in October

Concerts, games and shows in the next few weeks. Tickets open on Ticketmaster.

Sun, Oct 4 · 1:25 PMSeattle Seahawks vs. Los Angeles ChargersLumen Field Plan a weekend around it

Seattle in October: quick answers

Is October a good time to visit Seattle?

October is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Seattle, with average highs around 58°F. Crisp air and changing leaves make parks and viewpoints shine.

What is the weather like in Seattle in October?

Average daytime highs are around 58°F, compared with 79°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Seattle in October?

Top picks for October: Olympic National Park, Space Needle, Trieste II, Little Si, Wenatchee National Forest.