King, Washington Weather
King, Washington — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for King, King County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near King. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for King is published on the Renton Municipal Airport (KRNT) page, 18 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of King have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near King: King County International Airport - Boeing Field (KBFI) 24 km · Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (KSEA) 27 km · Auburn Municipal Airport (KS50) 31 km · Seattle Paine Field International Airport (KPAE) 46 km · Pierce County-Thun Field (KPLU) 54 km
Conditions reported at KRNT describe the airfield itself. Weather 18 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at King specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About King, Washington
King unfolds within a landscape shaped by the persistent embrace of the Cascade foothills, where verdant slopes descend towards the shimmering expanse of the Pacific Northwest. The terrain here is a study in contrasts, with the soft, moss-draped forests giving way to open fields that catch the diffused, often milky light of the region. Streams, fed by the mountain snowmelt, thread their way through the valleys, their cool waters a constant murmur beneath the rustling canopy. The air itself carries a damp, earthy perfume, a blend of pine needles, rich soil, and the distant tang of the sea, creating a pervasive sense of tranquil wildness that defines the character of King. The history of King is deeply intertwined with the natural resources that have long sustained its people, from the early days of logging and resource extraction to its present-day economic diversification. The land, once the domain of indigenous tribes, was opened to settlers drawn by the promise of timber and fertile ground, leading to the establishment of King as a hub for these burgeoning industries. Today, while echoes of its past remain in the sturdy architecture and the enduring connection to the land, the economy of King has broadened, embracing technology and service sectors, yet retaining a grounded, practical spirit that reflects its origins. The gentle hum of industry blends with the quieter rhythms of agricultural life, a testament to King's ability to adapt while holding fast to its roots. The cultural fabric of King is woven with threads of a community that cherishes its natural surroundings and a quiet pride in its heritage. While King may not host major professional sports franchises within its immediate bounds, the spirit of competition and camaraderie is evident in local leagues and spirited rivalries. Annual events, often tied to the changing seasons or the bounty of the land, bring residents together, fostering a sense of shared experience. The natural beauty of King is its most profound landmark, with accessible parks and trails offering sanctuaries for reflection and recreation, inviting all to experience the quiet grandeur of the Pacific Northwest. Renowned universities and colleges in the broader region draw students who find in King a welcoming and inspiring environment, adding to the intellectual and creative energy that permeates the area.
Live animated radar for King and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | King, King County, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47.548034°N, 121.983603°W |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 98029, 98001 |
| Area Code | 206, 253 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This King, Washington Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for King, Washington, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. 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 King includes coordinates 47.548034°N, 121.983603°W, situated in King County. ZIP code 98029, 98001. 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. 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.
