Kitsap, Washington Weather
Kitsap, 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 Kitsap, Kitsap County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Kitsap. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Kitsap is published on the Bremerton National Airport (KPWT) page, 20 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 Kitsap 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 Kitsap: King County International Airport - Boeing Field (KBFI) 29 km · Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (KSEA) 33 km · Renton Municipal Airport (KRNT) 36 km · Seattle Paine Field International Airport (KPAE) 39 km · Tacoma Narrows Airport (KTIW) 43 km
Conditions reported at KPWT describe the airfield itself. Weather 20 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Kitsap specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Kitsap, Washington
Kitsap County, a verdant expanse embraced by Puget Sound, owes its character to the rich interplay of water and land. It lies 5.6 miles north of Bremerton, WA (from Bremerton, WA: bearing 356°T), and is situated 5.8 miles west-north-west of Bainbridge Island. Its geography is defined by the sinuous waterways that indent its shores and the rolling hills that rise inland, creating a landscape of sheltered coves and forested slopes that often catch the soft, diffused light of the Pacific Northwest. Historically, this region was shaped by its indigenous peoples, who navigated its waters and harvested its bounty for millennia, followed by the arrival of loggers and settlers drawn by the immense timber resources. The economy of Kitsap has long been tied to the sea and the forest, with shipbuilding and naval presence becoming significant pillars, alongside a growing reliance on technology and services, reflecting a modern adaptation to its unique coastal setting. The air here often carries the crisp, briny scent of the Sound, a constant reminder of the maritime influence that permeates Kitsap. The cultural character of Kitsap is one of quiet resilience and a deep connection to the natural world, fostering a community that values both its heritage and its evolving identity. While Kitsap itself is a broad designation, the spirit of its various locales can be seen in the charming waterfronts and the quiet hum of life in its towns. Notable landmarks often include the majestic Olympic Mountains visible across the Sound and the numerous state parks that preserve the region's wild beauty, offering trails through ancient forests and access to pristine beaches. The educational landscape is supported by institutions like Olympic College, providing learning opportunities for residents. Though Kitsap may not boast major professional sports franchises, local athletic endeavors often reflect the community's active lifestyle. The annual Kitsap Stampede rodeo, for instance, speaks to a tradition of Western heritage, while the general pace of life tends toward a more relaxed, nature-attuned existence, punctuated by the occasional ferry horn echoing across the water.
Live animated radar for Kitsap 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 | Kitsap, Kitsap County, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47.647661°N, 122.641258°W |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 98311, 98310 |
| Area Code | 425 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Kitsap, Washington Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Kitsap, 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 Kitsap includes coordinates 47.647661°N, 122.641258°W, situated in Kitsap County. ZIP code 98311, 98310. Telephone area code: 425. 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.
