Typical summer afternoon temperatures range in the 70s and low 80s with average winter temperatures in the 40s. Summer afternoon winds ranging from zero to 15 mph are ideal for sailing on Puget Sound and lakes within the county, such as Gravelly, American, Steilacoom and Tapps. Three quarters of our annual rainfall is accumulated from October through March. July is the driest month and December the wettest. Snowfall is variable and generally melts before it accumulates, except in the mountains where excellent skiing conditions prevail. Crystal Mountain Ski Resort is located east of Buckley in Pierce County. Altitude in Pierce County ranges from sea level at Puget Sound to 14,411 feet at the summit of Mount Rainier.
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