June Packing List for Seattle — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Packable waterproof shell jacketEssential

  Seattle's June still brings 8 drizzle days — visitors who expect full summer and leave the waterproof shell behind regret it when the cool gray days arrive mid-month on Capitol Hill and the Pike Place waterfront.

• Light sweater or cardiganEssential

  Seattle's June 52°F lows and the Elliott Bay waterfront wind call for a light sweater or cardigan for evening outdoor dining on Capitol Hill and waterfront walks along the Puget Sound.

• Long-sleeve shirts and summer topsEssential

  Seattle's June 70°F afternoons are warm enough for summer tops, but the 52°F mornings and the windier waterfront areas call for long-sleeve options — having a mix covers the full June temperature range.

• Waterproof flat-soled boots or sneakersEssential

  Seattle's June 8 drizzle days keep Pike Place Market's cobblestone ramps and Capitol Hill's steep hillside streets slippery — waterproof flat-soled footwear remains important for safe navigation of the city's terrain.

• SunglassesEssential

  Seattle's June includes genuine sunny stretches between the 8 drizzle days — sunglasses are essential for Elliott Bay waterfront walks, the Seattle Art Museum Olympic Sculpture Park, and increasingly bright outdoor time.

• Light jacket or sweater for eveningsEssential

  Seattle's June evenings at 52°F near the Elliott Bay waterfront are noticeably cooler than inland — the Olympic Sculpture Park and the waterfront promenade benefit from an extra layer after sunset.

Clothing

• Packable waterproof shell jacketEssential

  Seattle's June still brings 8 drizzle days — visitors who expect full summer and leave the waterproof shell behind regret it when the cool gray days arrive mid-month on Capitol Hill and the Pike Place waterfront.

• Light sweater or cardiganEssential

  Seattle's June 52°F lows and the Elliott Bay waterfront wind call for a light sweater or cardigan for evening outdoor dining on Capitol Hill and waterfront walks along the Puget Sound.

• Long-sleeve shirts and summer topsEssential

  Seattle's June 70°F afternoons are warm enough for summer tops, but the 52°F mornings and the windier waterfront areas call for long-sleeve options — having a mix covers the full June temperature range.

• Light dresses or shortsRecommended

  Seattle's warm June afternoons — particularly in sheltered Capitol Hill neighborhood spots away from the Elliott Bay wind — are comfortable for light dresses and shorts during the drier stretches of the month.

• Light jeans or casual pantsRecommended

  Seattle's June evenings at 52°F on the Capitol Hill outdoor restaurant strip and along the waterfront call for jeans or pants when the temperature drops after sunset.

Footwear

• Waterproof flat-soled boots or sneakersEssential

  Seattle's June 8 drizzle days keep Pike Place Market's cobblestone ramps and Capitol Hill's steep hillside streets slippery — waterproof flat-soled footwear remains important for safe navigation of the city's terrain.

• Comfortable walking shoesRecommended

  Seattle's drier June afternoons at 70°F are prime for comfortable walking shoes on the Capitol Hill neighborhood loop, the Seattle waterfront, and the Seattle Center area.

• Light sandalsOptional

  Seattle's warmest June afternoons in sheltered spots away from the Puget Sound wind are sandal-appropriate for casual Capitol Hill and South Lake Union outdoor patio time.

Accessories

• SunglassesEssential

  Seattle's June includes genuine sunny stretches between the 8 drizzle days — sunglasses are essential for Elliott Bay waterfront walks, the Seattle Art Museum Olympic Sculpture Park, and increasingly bright outdoor time.

• Sunscreen SPF 30+Recommended

  Seattle's June long days (nearly 16 hours of daylight) at high latitude mean significant UV accumulation during extended outdoor time at Alki Beach and the waterfront — SPF 30+ is needed on the sunny days.

• Light jacket or sweater for eveningsEssential

  Seattle's June evenings at 52°F near the Elliott Bay waterfront are noticeably cooler than inland — the Olympic Sculpture Park and the waterfront promenade benefit from an extra layer after sunset.

• Cross-body bagRecommended

  Seattle's steep Capitol Hill terrain and Pike Place cobblestones remain in play even in June — a hands-free cross-body bag allows both hands to be available for stability on the wet hillside streets.