The moon phase today in Seattle, Washington is shown in detail below – complete with the best local spots to see it. For the moon phase today in any other location worldwide, simply visit our Global Moon Phase Calculator on our home page to get instant, accurate lunar data tailored to wherever you are right now.
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Best Places to View the Moon in Seattle
Seattle’s dramatic skyline, Puget Sound, and Olympic Mountains backdrop make moonrises here breathtaking when the clouds part. Here are the top spots (all free and accessible 24/7 unless noted):
Kerry Park (Queen Anne Hill)
The undisputed #1 Seattle moonrise postcard. The moon rises dead-centre behind the Space Needle and downtown skyline (Columbia Center, Smith Tower) on perfect dates. Classic view with Mt. Rainier sometimes visible; very crowded on clear full-moon nights.
Gas Works Park – Kite Hill
Wide-open lakefront park with the moon rising straight over Lake Union and silhouetting the skyline. Rusty industrial relics make unique foregrounds; stunning reflections on calm water. Nearest: bus 31/32.
Alki Beach Park – west shoreline (West Seattle)
Beachfront with the moon rising over Elliott Bay and perfectly framing the skyline across the water. Long stretch of sand for telephoto compression; bonfires allowed on full moons. Nearest: Water Taxi from downtown.
Jose Rizal Park / Dr. Jose Rizal Overlook (Beacon Hill)
Elevated south-side viewpoint with 180° panorama. The moon rises over the industrial harbour and downtown cluster — slightly darker skies and fewer crowds than Kerry Park.
Discovery Park – South Beach or West Point Lighthouse
West-facing coastal gem in Magnolia. The moon rises over Puget Sound with the Olympic Mountains silhouetted and the distant skyline glow. Darkest accessible spot in the city; short hike to the beach.
Hamilton Viewpoint Park (West Seattle)
Hidden elevated park with the moon rising behind the port cranes and skyline. Great for wide-angle shots including ferries crossing the frame; easy drive-up access.
Best Times for Moon Photography
- Full Moon ±1 day — brightest and most impressive
- 48–72 hours before full moon — moon rises during golden/blue hour for Pacific Northwest colour
- October–March — moon path more southerly (tightest Space Needle alignments); winter clears often deliver crystal skies
Moonrise & Timezone
Seattle operates on PST (UTC-8) in winter and PDT (UTC-7) in summer. Clocks go forward on the second Sunday of March and back on the first Sunday of November.
Quick Photography Tips
- Sturdy tripod (Puget Sound wind is relentless)
- Shoot RAW and expose for the moon
- Looney 11 rule works great
- Patience for cloud breaks — when it clears, Seattle moonrises are unforgettable
Enjoy the moon over the Emerald City — few skylines look this magical under lunar light!
