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Anacortes (WA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Anacortes is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Anacortes, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July to a chilly 7°C in December.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 2°C in December. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Anacortes receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 739 mm. The seasons in Anacortes, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives high rainfall, with an average of 115 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 17 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Anacortes Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Anacortes, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.0 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.3 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Friday Harbor, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Friday Harbor, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Forecast for Anacortes (WA)

Sat   Dec 21
15°C | 8°C
SE 9 m/s
2.4 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Sun   Dec 22
11°C | 8°C
SE 11 m/s
2.3 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Mon   Dec 23
11°C | 7°C
SE 7 m/s
2 mm
broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

The best time of year to visit Anacortes in the United States of America

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Anacortes have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Anacortes?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Anacortes?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Anacortes?
    November tops the wettest month list with 115 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Anacortes?
    August is the driest month with 17 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Anacortes?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 331 hours of sunshine.

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