Top Camping Tips - Washington

Camping Gems - Washington Tips Western Washington Weather With an average daily high of only 75 in July, you're probably going to want to pack a jacket or windbreaker even when traveling during the summer months. Also since Seattle gets on the average almost an inch of rain even in the driest month (July), you'll want to keep some kind of rain gear handy. Western Washington experiences its warmest, driest weather in late July, early August, and September. Eastern Washington Weather On the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains, conditions are dry and temperatures are variable.  Summers are hot and dry; winters are cold and snowy.  This is the state's finest agricultural area, so be sure to look for fruit stands when you travel here in the summertime. Using Pull-Outs If you glance in your rear view mirror and see a string of autos behind you, it's time to start counting. Why? Because it is illegal to have more than five cars waiting to pass behind you in Washington. If this happens, pick the first safe area to pull over and let the traffic pass you.