The National Weather Service Seattle office is excited to welcome you for an inside look at our operations! We understand the public’s interest in learning about weather forecasting and our daily work. To ensure a smooth and informative visit for everyone, while maintaining our critical operational duties, we have established the following guidelines for office tours. We are committed to making your visit as engaging and educational as possible.
NWS Seattle Tour Scheduling and Guidelines
To best accommodate visitors, tours are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. Tour times are scheduled between 11 AM and 3 PM, with each tour typically lasting between 30-45 minutes.
To provide a quality experience, we limit tour groups to a maximum of 20 participants. For student groups, please note that there is a minimum age requirement of 3rd grade to ensure all participants can benefit from the tour content.
Please be aware that tours are subject to potential last-minute cancellation due to unforeseen weather events or critical operational needs at the National Weather Service Seattle. While we will endeavor to provide advance notice, cancellations can sometimes occur on the day of the scheduled tour.
For scheduling purposes, please do not request a tour more than 4-6 months in advance. Due to our dynamic schedules and the unpredictable nature of impactful weather events, requests made too far in advance may be overlooked. Scheduling closer to your desired date allows us to better manage our commitments and ensure your tour is properly arranged.
Requesting a Tour of the National Weather Service Seattle
To schedule your visit to the National Weather Service Seattle, please complete the google form. When filling out the form, please provide the following details:
- Group Size and Type: Indicate the total number of participants and the nature of your group (e.g., school group, community organization). Remember that groups are limited to 20 people, and student participants must be at least at a 3rd-grade level.
- Preferred Tour Dates and Times: Let us know your preferred dates and times for the tour, keeping in mind the Tuesday and Thursday availability between 11 AM and 3 PM.
Important Information for Your NWS Seattle Visit
Please take note of these crucial deadlines related to your scheduled tour:
- 10 Business Days Prior to Your Tour: It is mandatory to inform us if any members of your group are non-U.S. citizens. Failure to notify us in advance will result in denial of campus access for non-U.S. citizens.
- 5 Business Days Prior to Your Tour: Please provide a complete list of names of all adult attendees in your group. Additionally, inform us of your group’s transportation arrangements for arrival at the NOAA campus.
- Day of Your Scheduled Tour: All adult participants must present a government-issued photo identification to the security personnel at the NOAA campus entrance to gain access.
Contact the National Weather Service Seattle
For any inquiries, you can reach us at:
Address: Seattle Weather Forecast Office
7600 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115-6349
Phone:
206-526-6087 (recorded forecast information)
206-526-6095 (option 1 to speak with a forecaster)
We look forward to welcoming you to the National Weather Service Seattle!
