Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance, WA

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Commencement Bay and port from the grounds of the Washington State Historical Society north of Stadium High School, Tacoma, Washington
Commencement Bay and port from the grounds of the Washington State Historical Society north of Stadium High School, Tacoma, Washington - Joe Mabel, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Today’s Forecast:

☀
57°F
High: 58° | Low: 48°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KTIW
Observed at: 9:00 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 11 mph | Humidity: 55%
Tonight:Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. North northeast wind around 9 mph.
Sunday:Mostly sunny, with a high near 64. North northeast wind 6 to 9 mph.
Sunday Night:Partly cloudy, with a low around 45. North northeast wind 0 to 6 mph.
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Today’s Report:

🚲 Biking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for biking. High near 64°F. Light wind (9 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for biking. High near 65°F. Low rain risk (1%). Light wind (8 mph).

🛶 Paddling

Excellent
  87 /100

Excellent for paddling. High near 64°F. Light wind (9 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 89/100
Excellent for paddling. High near 65°F. Low rain risk (1%). Light wind (8 mph).

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for outdoor events / activities. High near 64°F. Light wind (9 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for outdoor events / activities. High near 65°F. Low rain risk (1%). Light wind (8 mph).

About Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance

Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance is a Washington destination for South Sound waterfront paths, a large forested city park, beaches, ferry views, and event areas.

Make the Most of a Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance Day

Check tide, marine wind, fog, and cold water before paddling from exposed beaches. Ruston Way and forested park roads give useful land-based alternatives.

Weather Tips for Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance

  • Check marine wind, fog, tides, current, surf, or ferry conditions as appropriate; the inland temperature alone is not enough.
  • Cold water, waves, current, wind, and lightning should guide water plans more than sunshine alone.
  • After steady rain, favor paved or well-drained surfaces until natural trails recover.
  • Summer smoke, winter access, shoulder-season closures, and shorter fall daylight can matter even during an otherwise mild forecast.

Nearby Towns and Areas

This page can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:

  • Point Defiance Park
  • Ruston Way
  • Owen Beach
  • Gig Harbor
  • Titlow Park
  • Commencement Bay
  • Vashon ferry

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of a Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance day. Match wind, precipitation, smoke, water conditions, trail surfaces, road access, temperature, and daylight to the activity that gives your group the safest and most comfortable plan.

7-Day Forecast for Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance

☀
57°F
High: 58° | Low: 48°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KTIW
Observed at: 9:00 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 11 mph | Humidity: 55%
Sun ⛅
64° 45°
0%
Mon ⛅
65° 53°
1%
Tue 🌧
63° 53°
63%
Wed 🌧
64° 51°
19%
Thu ⛅
64° 50°
9%
Fri ⛅
63° 48°
3%
Sat ⛅
65° --°
0%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

64° Sun 65° Mon 63° Tue 64° Wed 64° Thu 63° Fri 65° Sat

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

45° Sun 53° Mon 53° Tue 51° Wed 50° Thu 48° Fri 50° Sat

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 100 Sun 100 Mon 94 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu 100 Fri 100 Sat
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 26, 2026 10:31 pm CDT

Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance Weather by Season

Winter

Winter at Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance is cool and wet west of the Cascades, with occasional lowland snow or ice. Shaded roads, bridges, docks, and trails can remain slick after other surfaces clear.

Spring

Spring around Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance brings changing conditions, rising rivers, wet trails, and lingering mountain snow. Cold water from rain and snowmelt remains a major planning factor. Coastal wind and tides still control shoreline access.

Summer

Summer at Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance is usually the driest and most dependable season, but wildfire smoke, fire restrictions, heat, and afternoon thunderstorms can interrupt plans. Use calmer mornings for boating or paddling and keep a shore-based backup. Marine fog and cold water can persist even on warm inland days.

Fall

Fall at Tacoma Waterfront & Point Defiance brings cooler temperatures, shorter daylight, changing color, and the return of wetter weather west of the Cascades. Water cools faster than the air, increasing cold-water consequences. Check seasonal facility hours and allow extra time on busy event or salmon-viewing weekends.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Annual average temperature: around 51–53°F, using the relevant local or regional elevation context.
  • Annual snowfall: snow is usually limited at sea level, while nearby mountains receive much more, with substantial year-to-year and elevation variation.
  • Warmest months: July and August are normally warmest.
  • Coolest months: December and January are typically coolest.
  • Wettest season: November through January.
  • Driest season: July and August.
  • Best outdoor window: May through September for waterfront cycling, events, and paddling.