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Leavenworth, Washington

Leavenworth, Washington is a beautiful Bavarian styled village with a true four-season climate.  It is on the eastern edge of the Cascade Mountains, and has a much drier, more continental climate than Seattle, which is a two and a half hour drive west.  Leavenworth receives an average of twenty-four inches of precipitation per year, which supports a variety of tree species including Ponderosa Pines.  Its climate and beautiful natural setting make Leavenworth a great spot for recreation.  The Wenatchee River is one of the state’s best white water rafting locations.  Hiking, biking, golf and fishing are also popular. 

In the winter, Leavenworth’s temperatures are typically in the 30′s and 40′s with lows near 20.  Leavenworth receives the vast majority of its annual precipitation between October and March, much of which falls as snow.  It average ninety-five inches of snowfall per year and is one of Washington State’s snowiest cities.  This is largely due to Leavenworth being tucked in close to much higher mountain peaks that rise to over 8,000 feet.  Leavenworth’s elevation is just 1,200 feet.  Most years, snow remains on the ground for much of the winter.  Cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and downhill skiing are all popular wintertime activities.  For downhill skiing, Stevens Pass Ski Area and Mission Ridge Ski Area are less than an hours drive, in addition to nearby Leavenworth Ski Hill. 

 In spring, temperatures typically rise into the 60′s and 70′s with low temperatures in the 30′s and 40′s.  Leavenworth’s low temperatures do not average above freezing until April.  The Wenatchee River and Icicle Creek are at peak flows due to the mountain snowmelt.  Summers are warm and dry in Leavenworth.  In fact, Leavenworth is one of the warmest areas in the state with a Ponderosa Pine forest.  Temperatures are typically in the 80′s to near 90 degrees, with temperatures occasionally reach the one hundred degree mark.  Rainfall averages less than one inch per month in the summer time.  Temperatures cool off at night to an average near 50 degrees. 

 Summer weekends are extremely busy in Leavenworth.  The town hosts several popular events and festivals such as the Icicle Creek Chamber Music Festival, Acoustic Music Festival, Art in the Park, and Leavenworth Wine Tasting Festival.  Highway 2, the main thoroughfare through town can become very congested with traffic from festivals and recreation seekers.  The Leavenworth area is very popular for camping and backpacking.  Other popular summer activities in Leavenworth include:  rafting, inter-tubing, bicycling, golfing, and summer theater. 

In September, Leavenworth begins celebrating the arrival of the fall season.   It hosts the Wenatchee River Salmon festival, celebrating the return of the salmon.  The event has hands on activities, educational exhibits, live music, and arts and crafts.  Other September events include the Washington State Autumn Leaf Festival and the Leavenworth Fall Music Festival, which takes place at and is a fundraiser for the Leavenworth Ski Hill.  Temperatures in Leavenworth plunge rapidly falling from an average of high of 78 degrees in September to 34 degrees in December.  Low temperatures drop quickly as well. 

In October, the area is aglow with beautiful fall foliage.  The city hosts its annual Oktoberfest celebration the first three weekends of the month.  The city’s celebration is one of the largest in the world outside of Germany.  Locals and Bavarian natives really get into the spirit.  It is not uncommon to see Oktoberfest attendees dressed in traditional Bavarian attire.  Great live music and German food are on tap in addition to beer. 

In December, the town celebrates the holiday season with its Christmas Lighting Festival, which occurs the first three weekends of the month.  It is a great way to celebrate the magic of the season with Christmas carolers, great food, and hot drinks. 

About the Author

Leavenworth, Washington is a great place to visit any time of the year. Learn more and plan your visit at http://www.leavenworthwa.net.

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