Tennis courts in Seattle
📍 Seattle, WA

Seattle Tennis Weather — The Rain Check You Actually Need

Seattle players don't fear rain — they've made peace with it. But showing up to soaked courts is still a waste of time. From October through May, the bigger question isn't whether it's raining right now but whether it rained enough last night to make the courts unplayable. Playable answers that question every morning.

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How it works

Your week at a glance

Playable checks temperature, wind, and 12 hours of rainfall for your Seattle courts — then gives you a simple verdict for each morning.

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Playable

Conditions are great. Lace up.

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Borderline

Might be breezy or damp. Your call.

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Not Playable

Stay home. Court's not ready.

Seasonal Guide

Tennis in Seattle, season by season

Know what to expect before you plan your week.

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Spring

Fair

Frequent rain but more playable days than you think

March through May is Seattle's slow climb toward summer. Rain is frequent but often light — drizzle and mist rather than downpours. Many mornings see just enough overnight precipitation to leave courts damp rather than soaked. Playable's 12-hour rainfall threshold catches the difference: a night of light drizzle often clears to a borderline morning, not a closed one.

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Summer

Excellent

Pacific Northwest summer is world class

Late June through September is when Seattle reveals itself. Temperatures stay in the 65–78°F range, rain is genuinely rare (July averages less than an inch total), and the light at 7 AM is beautiful. Seattle's summer tennis window is longer and better than most people outside the Pacific Northwest realize.

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Fall

Fair

The rain returns in October

September usually holds. October is the turning point — rain systems start stacking up from the Pacific and courts begin staying wet more consistently. November through December is the start of the long wet season. Playable becomes most useful precisely here: sorting the playable mornings within the grey stretches.

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Winter

Poor

Wet, mild, and mostly manageable

December through February in Seattle is more wet than cold — temperatures hover in the upper 30s to low 50s, rarely freezing. Snow is uncommon and melts fast. The challenge is persistent dampness: courts can stay wet for days during prolonged rain systems. Hard courts recover faster than soft surfaces.

FAQ

Common questions about Seattle tennis weather

What time window does Playable check for Seattle tennis weather? +
Playable evaluates the 7 to 9 AM window and checks the preceding 12 hours of rainfall — which in Seattle is often the most important variable. It also checks temperature and wind speed to give you a full morning verdict.
How does drizzle affect Seattle tennis courts? +
Light drizzle can leave courts slick without generating meaningful radar returns. Playable tracks cumulative hourly precipitation over 12 hours, so even low-intensity overnight moisture is captured. Totals between 0.05 and 0.10 inches flag as borderline; above 0.10 inches as not playable.
When is the best season for outdoor tennis in Seattle? +
Late June through September is Seattle's dry season and the best stretch for consistent outdoor tennis. July is the peak — typically fewer than three days of measurable rain. The shoulder months (May and October) are hit-or-miss but often yield good stretches between systems.
What temperature is too cold for tennis in Seattle? +
Playable flags mornings below 40°F as not playable. Seattle rarely gets that cold — temperatures below freezing are uncommon. The bigger winter issue is wet courts, not cold temperatures.
Is Playable free to use for Seattle players? +
Yes. Playable is completely free, requires no account or sign-up, and works directly in your browser. Enter your court location and get a 7-day playability forecast instantly.

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