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Tacoma, WA Weather on May 17
May 17th in Tacoma, WA typically brings mild spring weather, with average highs around 66°F and lows near 48°F. Over 54 years of records, the warmest May 17th was in 2008 (73°F average), while the coldest was 1971 (48°F) — a 25°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 37% of May 17th dates historically, with the wettest May 17th recording 1.5" of rain. The last decade has been 2.4°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 17
Planning for May 17th in Tacoma, WA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 17 Weather Records for Tacoma
- •The all-time record high for May 17th in Tacoma, WA is 89°F, set in 2008.
- •The coldest May 17th on record dropped to 37°F in 1971.
- •Last year (1971), May 17th was 7°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 17 ever in Tacoma?
The warmest May 17 in Tacoma, WA reached 89°F in 2008. That is 23°F above the long-term average high of 66°F.
What was the coldest May 17 ever in Tacoma?
The coldest May 17 in Tacoma, WA dropped to 37°F in 1971. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 48°F.
What is the average temperature on May 17 in Tacoma?
On May 17, Tacoma averages a high of 66°F and a low of 48°F based on 54 years of NOAA weather observations from TACOMA CITY HALL.
How many years of weather data are available for May 17 in Tacoma?
We have 54 years of weather records for May 17 in Tacoma, 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 17 Weather History in Tacoma
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 62°F | 53°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2024 | 63°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 76°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 62°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 74°F | 53°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2020 | 69°F | 53°F | 1.14" | -- |
| 2019 | 63°F | 52°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2018 | 65°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 59°F | 47°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2016 | 68°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 66°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 70°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 69°F | 53°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2012 | 69°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 60°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 68°F | 54°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2009 | 76°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 89°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 68°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 74°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 66°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 68°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 56°F | 40°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2002 | 70°F | 47°F | 0.48" | -- |
| 2001 | 61°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 74°F | 49°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1999 | 59°F | 48°F | 1.47" | -- |
| 1998 | 63°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 64°F | 50°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 1995 | 60°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 61°F | 49°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1993 | 75°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 79°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 64°F | 50°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1990 | 62°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 62°F | 50°F | 1.5" | -- |
| 1988 | 55°F | 53°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 1987 | 64°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 67°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 81°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 67°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 63°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 67°F | 42°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 1981 | 63°F | 44°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1980 | 70°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 68°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 63°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 55°F | 45°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1976 | 59°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 65°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 60°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 79°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 63°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 59°F | 37°F | 0.08" | -- |
Based on 54 years of data from NOAA station: TACOMA CITY HALL
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Tacoma, WA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.