Seattle, Washington – The Pacific Northwest is expected to experience a fairly typical stretch of late July weather, with temperatures remaining close to seasonal averages from July 26 through August 1. Unlike much of the central and eastern United States, where above-normal heat is favored, the Northwest is expected to maintain a more moderate summer pattern.
According to the National Weather Service and the Climate Prediction Center’s 8- to 14-day temperature outlook, much of Washington and Oregon falls within an area favoring near-normal temperatures during the final week of July. The outlook also includes northern Idaho, where temperatures are expected to remain close to historical averages.
A near-normal outlook means afternoon highs and overnight lows are likely to be typical for late July, with warm inland afternoons, cooler nights, and milder conditions along the Pacific Coast. While brief warmups are still possible, the extended forecast does not signal a prolonged or widespread heat wave across the region.
Cities including Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, Spokane, Yakima, Portland, Eugene, Salem, Bend, and Medford can expect generally seasonable summer weather. Outdoor recreation should remain favorable across much of the region, although localized periods of elevated fire danger may continue where vegetation remains dry, especially east of the Cascades.
The Climate Prediction Center notes that the 8- to 14-day outlook reflects broad temperature trends rather than day-to-day weather conditions. Residents should continue monitoring local National Weather Service forecasts for updates on daily temperatures, wildfire concerns, and any changes to the late July weather pattern as the period approaches.
