Renton, Washington Weather
Renton, 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 Renton, King County.
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About Renton, Washington
Renton rests on the southern tip of Lake Washington, a place where the land gently slopes toward the water, shaped by the ancient carving of glaciers. It lies 5.3 miles east-north-east of SeaTac, WA (from SeaTac, WA: bearing 68°T), and is situated 8.8 miles south of Bellevue. Its history is tied to the Cedar River, which once powered sawmills that were the lifeblood of early Renton, a testament to the region's deep timber heritage. Later, the city became a hub for aviation, with Boeing's presence shaping its industrial landscape and drawing a diverse workforce. The economy today reflects this evolution, a blend of manufacturing, technology, and services, all touched by the broad, open skies that often grace the Puget Sound region. The air here carries the scent of evergreen and damp earth, a constant reminder of the natural world that cradles Renton. The cultural character of Renton is one of pragmatic resilience, a community built by industry and innovation, now embracing its waterfront setting. A prominent landmark is the Renton Landing, a vibrant hub of commerce and recreation along the lake, offering a modern counterpoint to the city's historical roots. While Renton itself does not host a major university, its proximity to Seattle ensures access to world-class educational institutions. The city's sports spirit is often seen in the fervor for the Seattle Seahawks and Mariners, whose games draw crowds from all surrounding areas. Annual events like the Renton River Days celebrate the community's spirit, bringing together residents for a shared experience. Among its notable figures, Jimi Hendrix, the legendary guitarist, spent formative years in Renton, his early life echoing the area's blend of the ordinary and the extraordinary.
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| Location | Renton, King County, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47.482878°N, 122.217066°W |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 98057, 98059, 98055, 98056, 98058 |
| Area Code | 206, 253 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Renton, Washington Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Renton, 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 Renton includes coordinates 47.482878°N, 122.217066°W, situated in King County. ZIP code 98057, 98059, 98055, 98056, 98058. 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.
