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Blaine is a seaside community in NW Washington at the Canadian border with a rich maritime history. We are within an hour of Mt Baker, the Cascade Mountain recreation area, San Juan Island ferries, Seattle and within minutes of Vancouver,British Columbia. We have great outdoor activities available and are within 30 minutes of museums, shopping, theater and a university in the mid sized city of Bellingham.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Visit our things to do web page: http://www.blainechamber.com/things-to-do/
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
The local bus system connects Blaine with other cities in the county including Bellingham where the train station, cruise terminal. car rentals and international airport are located.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
There is one karge hospital in our county, within 20 minutes of Blaine, 2 small medical clinics and excellent EMT services within 10 minutes.
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Blaine, Washington?
For those of you that retire in Blaine, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the mid 40's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter, great for a day of shopping in Blaine!
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Blaine such as a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Blaine!
Summertime in Blaine is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the beach, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Blaine, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Fall.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
35
F°
40
F°
46
F°
Feb
35
F°
42
F°
49
F°
Mar
38
F°
45
F°
53
F°
Apr
42
F°
50
F°
58
F°
May
47
F°
55
F°
63
F°
Jun
52
F°
60
F°
68
F°
Jul
55
F°
64
F°
72
F°
Aug
55
F°
64
F°
72
F°
Sep
50
F°
58
F°
67
F°
Oct
44
F°
51
F°
58
F°
Nov
38
F°
44
F°
50
F°
Dec
34
F°
39
F°
44
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
11
0
Feb
0
10
0
Mar
0
5
0
Apr
0
1
0
May
0
0
0
Jun
0
0
0
Jul
0
0
0
Aug
0
0
0
Sep
0
0
0
Oct
0
1
0
Nov
0
6
0
Dec
0
12
0
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
5
"
19
35
%
Feb
3
"
14
35
%
Mar
3
"
17
37
%
Apr
3
"
14
41
%
May
3
"
12
46
%
Jun
2
"
10
51
%
Jul
1
"
6
54
%
Aug
1
"
6
54
%
Sep
2
"
8
51
%
Oct
4
"
15
45
%
Nov
6
"
20
39
%
Dec
5
"
18
34
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
2
"
2
1
Feb
1
"
1
1
Mar
1
"
0
0
Apr
0
"
0
0
May
0
"
0
0
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
0
"
0
0
Nov
1
"
1
0
Dec
3
"
1
1
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Blaine, WA
Blaine, Washington cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:
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Senior Assistance in
Blaine, WA
Blaine, Washington offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
Blaine Senior Center – 763 G Street, Blaine, WA
This facility houses the Senior Center and the Boys and Girls Club. Space is available for rent for meetings and events. Both the Senior Center and the Boys and Girls Clubs offer numerous activities and programs. Contact them directly for information. Boy & Girls Club – 360-332-3008 Senior Center – 360-332-8040
What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Blaine Offer For Retirees?
Library, visitor center, senior center have volunteer opportunities. There are several light manufacturing plants, mail service stores and restaurants with job opportunities.
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