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Federal Way, WA Weather on May 27
May 27th in Federal Way, WA typically brings mild spring weather, with average highs around 69°F and lows near 49°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 27th was in 2005 (72°F average), while the coldest was 1973 (48°F) — a 24°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 40% of May 27th dates historically, with the wettest May 27th recording 2.24" of rain. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Federal Way, WA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 27 Weather Records for Federal Way
- •The all-time record high for May 27th in Federal Way, WA is 89°F, set in 2005.
- •The coldest May 27th on record dropped to 36°F in 1973.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Federal Way?
The warmest May 27 in Federal Way, WA reached 89°F in 2005. That is 20°F above the long-term average high of 69°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Federal Way?
The coldest May 27 in Federal Way, WA dropped to 36°F in 1973. That is 13°F below the long-term average low of 49°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Federal Way?
On May 27, Federal Way averages a high of 69°F and a low of 49°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from KENT.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Federal Way?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Federal Way, WA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 27 Weather History in Federal Way
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 72°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 68°F | 53°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2023 | 78°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 67°F | 52°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2021 | 63°F | 51°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 2020 | 73°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 76°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 74°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 82°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 64°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 75°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 66°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 60°F | 51°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2012 | 72°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 58°F | 46°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2010 | 60°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 67°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 70°F | 52°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2007 | 67°F | 47°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2006 | 60°F | 49°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 2005 | 89°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 64°F | 53°F | 1.12" | -- |
| 2003 | 79°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 70°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 77°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 66°F | 53°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 1999 | 72°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 56°F | 45°F | -- | -- |
| 1997 | 69°F | 55°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1996 | 68°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 78°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 65°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 74°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 68°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 64°F | 48°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1990 | 67°F | 42°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1989 | 58°F | 53°F | 2.24" | -- |
| 1988 | 68°F | 43°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1987 | 58°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 73°F | 53°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1985 | 71°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 72°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 82°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 67°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 70°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 56°F | 47°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1979 | 61°F | 45°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 1978 | 62°F | 51°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1977 | 59°F | 37°F | 0.74" | -- |
| 1976 | 76°F | 56°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1975 | 67°F | 49°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1974 | 65°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 61°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 88°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 72°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: KENT
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Federal Way, WA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.