Coast Guard Museum Northwest Museum

Museum documenting regional Coast Guard history and artifacts

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Tips
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Climate
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Museum in the Seattle area documenting U.S. Coast Guard history in the Pacific Northwest; exhibits include uniforms, equipment, and historic boat displays.

Address

1510 Alaskan Way, Pier 36, Seattle, WA 98101, USA (verify pier number as exhibits can relocate)

+1 206-421-8604

https://www.coastguardmuseumnw.org

47.5901, -122.33902

Hours

Typical hours: Tue-Sat 10:00am-4:00pm; closed Sundays & Mondays (verify before travel)

Admission

Adults $8-$10 (approx.); children and veterans often discounted - check museum site for current pricing

How to Get to Coast Guard Museum Northwest#

The museum sits on Seattle’s waterfront near Pier 36/Alaskan Way. From downtown, it’s a 10-20 minute walk depending on starting point; multiple transit routes and downtown buses serve the area. Parking is available at nearby lots and ramps.

Tips for Visiting Coast Guard Museum Northwest#

Allow time to read veterans' and Coast Guard rescue stories; the museum prioritizes human narrative over hardware.
Ask volunteers about the decommissioned cutters and local rescues - many volunteers are retired Coast Guard personnel with sharp recall.
If visiting during a naval or maritime event in Seattle, check for temporary closures or special exhibits.

Best Time to Visit Coast Guard Museum Northwest#

Summer and late spring are the most pleasant times to pair the museum with Seattle's waterfront activities.

Summer

Jun-Aug · 55-75°F (13-24°C)

Best weather for combining the museum with harbor walks and nearby waterfront attractions.

Spring

Mar-May · 45-65°F (7-18°C)

Fewer tourists and crisp, clear days are good for photos and harbor viewing.

Fall/Winter

Sep-Feb · 40-55°F (4-13°C)

Cooler, wetter weather - indoor exhibits are a welcome escape, but check holiday hours.

Weather & Climate near Coast Guard Museum Northwest#

Climate

Coast Guard Museum Northwest's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (951 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

24°

Warmest Month

2°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

2° – 8°

Weather

131 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

6°

Feels Like Cold

6°C

Temperature

3° – 10°

Weather

102 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

4° – 12°

Weather

101 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

5° – 15°

Weather

69 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

8° – 18°

Weather

43 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

11° – 21°

Weather

37 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 22 mm.

Comfort

18°

Feels Like Mild

18°C

Temperature

13° – 24°

Weather

22 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

13° – 24°

Weather

28 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

11° – 21°

Weather

43 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

11°

Feels Like Cool

11°C

Temperature

7° – 16°

Weather

80 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm).

Comfort

7°

Feels Like Cold

7°C

Temperature

4° – 10°

Weather

140 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (155 mm).

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

2° – 8°

Weather

155 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

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