The best times to visit Gig Harbor for ideal weather are

May 21st to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Gig Harbor Travel Info

Weather in Gig Harbor

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gig Harbor vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 35th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Gig Harbor, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid August where highs are regularly around 79.3°F (26.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.7°F (13.7°C) at night.

Gig Harbor Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Gig Harbor Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Gig Harbor Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Gig Harbor Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 46.1 40.9 36.5
Feb 49 42.8 38
Mar 52.9 45.1 39.3
Apr 57.6 48.2 41.5
May 65.1 54.3 46.6
Jun 70.3 59.1 51.2
Jul 77.5 64.3 54.7
Aug 77.1 64.6 55.5
Sep 70.9 60.3 52.7
Oct 59.7 52.4 47.1
Nov 51.1 45.4 40.4
Dec 45.2 40.6 36.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.8 4.9 2.5
Feb 9.4 6 3.3
Mar 11.6 7.3 4.1
Apr 14.2 9 5.3
May 18.4 12.4 8.1
Jun 21.3 15.1 10.7
Jul 25.3 17.9 12.6
Aug 25.1 18.1 13.1
Sep 21.6 15.7 11.5
Oct 15.4 11.3 8.4
Nov 10.6 7.4 4.7
Dec 7.3 4.8 2.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Gig Harbor are July, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid September. For example, on the week of September 10th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid March with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of March 12th.

When can you find snow in Gig Harbor? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Gig Harbor.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Gig Harbor (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 38% 0 5.5
Feb 36% 0 3.6
Mar 44% 0 5.6
Apr 30% 0 3.1
May 20% 0 2.5
Jun 15% 0 1.3
Jul 8% 0 0.6
Aug 8% 0 1
Sep 12% 0 1.6
Oct 28% 0 3.9
Nov 35% 0 5.4
Dec 38% 0 5.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 38 0 14
Feb 36 0 9.1
Mar 44 0 14.2
Apr 30 0 7.9
May 20 0 6.4
Jun 15 0 3.3
Jul 8 0 1.5
Aug 8 0 2.5
Sep 12 0 4.1
Oct 28 0 9.9
Nov 35 0 13.7
Dec 38 0 14.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Gig Harbor has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (56.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (79.6%).

Wind in Gig Harbor is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by November and February. March’s average wind speed of around 5.6 knots (6.4 MPH or 10.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid November where average top sustained speeds reach 13.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Gig Harbor.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Feb 5.4 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Mar 5.6 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Apr 5.4 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
May 4.9 Light breeze 9.9 Significant breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.4 Light breeze 8.9 Significant breeze
Aug 4.2 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.2 Light breeze 9.5 Significant breeze
Oct 4.4 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.5 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Dec 5.3 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 79.6%
Feb 73%
Mar 69.4%
Apr 62.8%
May 60%
Jun 59.1%
Jul 56.8%
Aug 58.5%
Sep 64.7%
Oct 75.1%
Nov 76.2%
Dec 77.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Gig Harbor?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Gig Harbor, WA, US is August, followed by July and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Gig Harbor in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 52 in October means 52% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Gig Harbor Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 14 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 3 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Gig Harbor, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 47.6°F (8.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 10 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Gig Harbor to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 43.8°F (6.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 12 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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