Kent, Washington Weather
Kent, Washington — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Kent, King County.
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About Kent, Washington
Kent, cradled by the gentle slopes of the Cascade foothills and cradled by the meandering Green River, possesses a geography that whispers of its past as a vital agricultural hub and its present as a thriving industrial corridor. It lies 4.4 miles east-south-east of Des Moines, WA (from Des Moines, WA: bearing 109°T), and is situated 7.1 miles south of Renton. The fertile river valley, once a canvas for sprawling farms, now hosts a dynamic mix of businesses, yet the echo of that agrarian past can still be felt in the open spaces and the quality of the light that spills across the landscape in the late afternoon, a soft, golden wash. Historically, Kent's development was intrinsically tied to the bounty of its land and the strategic importance of its waterways, serving as a crossroads for trade and settlement. This legacy has shaped its economy, which today flourishes with a diverse industrial base, from aerospace manufacturing to warehousing and distribution, a testament to the ingenuity born from adapting to changing times. The cultural character of Kent is one of pragmatic optimism, a spirit forged in the crucible of hard work and forward-looking development, where the quiet hum of industry blends with the diverse voices of its residents. While no single landmark dominates the skyline, the presence of the historic Kent Station, a vibrant hub that bridges the past and present, offers a tangible connection to the town's evolution. For those seeking higher learning, nearby institutions provide intellectual nourishment, and the athletic spirit of Kent finds expression in its local sports teams, embodying a community pride that resonates throughout its neighborhoods. Major events punctuate the calendar, drawing people together in shared celebration, and the town has been home to individuals whose contributions have rippled outward, leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields.
Live animated radar for Kent and surroundings — RainViewer.
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| Location | Kent, King County, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47.380934°N, 122.234843°W |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 98032, 98031, 98030, 98035, 98042 |
| Area Code | 206, 253 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Kent, Washington Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Kent, Washington, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Kent includes coordinates 47.380934°N, 122.234843°W, situated in King County. ZIP code 98032, 98031, 98030, 98035, 98042. Telephone area code: 206, 253. Timezone: Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
