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Tacoma

Decide whether to visit or live in Tacoma, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.

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Updated Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Interactive visit / live calculatorHow safe is Tacoma for your plan?
82/100
Should I visit Tacoma?

Generally suitable with routine precautions

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Tacoma month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Tacoma are typically June, July and September, with average daytime highs around 22–27°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 27°C), February the coldest (average low 2°C), and December the wettest (about 199 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January8.12.01784.2
February8.31.51355.1
March11.52.91217.2
April14.85.1979.0
May19.38.55410.4
June22.511.15311.9
July26.713.61212.8
August26.914.32811.7
September22.412.1679.5
October15.77.81296.8
November10.64.71814.6
December7.62.41993.6

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What is being reported around Tacoma

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Current local index

People and places shaping Tacoma

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Research updated Thursday, October 22, 2026
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Past and future events in Tacoma

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Past · documented context

Previously

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Current public leadership

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People associated with this place

Historical figures

No historical figure has been extracted from reliable context for Tacoma yet.

Local business and employers

  • Tacoma Guitars

    Manufacturer of acoustic guitars in Tacoma, Washington.

  • Toyota Tacoma

    Pickup truck manufactured since 1995.

Newspapers and local media

No local newspaper or media outlet has passed the source checks for Tacoma yet.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Tacoma Dome

    Indoor arena located in Tacoma, Washington.

  • Tacoma Narrows

    Narrow passage in Puget Sound near Tacoma, Washington.

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Interactive geography

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Background library

Keep the deeper context

Stable history, culture, districts, and practical reference remain in the main reading flow while the live layers above continue changing.

01 · Overview

Tacoma, in brief

Tacoma is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Tacoma took shape

This section is being expanded from verified sources. Current facts, weather, mapping, and official links remain available while editorial review continues.

03 · Visit

Visiting Tacoma

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Tacoma

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Tacoma

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Tacoma

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Tacoma

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08 · Questions

Questions about Tacoma

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Atlas FAQ Desk

Frequently Asked Questions about Tacoma

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Tacoma located and what are its coordinates?

Tacoma is situated in United States at geographic coordinates 47.2529, -122.4443, with an elevation of 74 meters above sea level.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Tacoma?

Tacoma has a recorded population of approximately 222,906 and observes the America/Los_Angeles time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Tacoma?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Tacoma include EN-US, ES-US, HAW, French, with USD used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Tacoma?

Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Tacoma, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.