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Retirement Living In South Whidbey Island - Washington


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Area Description

South Whidbey island is just 35 miles north of Seattle. Access to the south end of the island is primarily by ferry, a beautiful way to cross Puget Sound.

Naval Air Station Whidbey is at the north end of Whidbey Island. Access to the north end of the island is via the Deception Pass Bridge.

We are a year round vacation spot, and are an easy drive from both Seattle and Vancouver, B.C.

Includes Cities/Towns: Clinton, Freeland, Langley.

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Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
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Birding, Marine and Wildlife Watching: There are ample opportunities to see a variety of wildlife everyday on Whidbey Island, with dramatically beautiful scenic views along the way. Enjoy a game of golf, or some incredible fishing.

Cultural Activities
Culture abounds, visit our many art studios, eclectic art galleries and gift shops.

Public transportation
The Washington State Ferry system is the largest vehicle carrying ferry system in the U.S. We enjoy ferry boats 7 days a week, sailing on each half hour until late evening when the sailings are every hour. There is also the Deception Pass Bridge at the north end of the island for those who prefer a scenic drive.

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What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In South Whidbey Island, Washington?

For those of you that retire in South Whidbey Island, 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 upper 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 South Whidbey Island!

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in South Whidbey Island such as a movie, 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 South Whidbey Island!

Summertime in South Whidbey Island is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, 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 low 50's. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in South Whidbey Island, 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 low 60'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  36 F°  42 F°  47 F°
 Feb  36 F°  43 F°  50 F°
 Mar  39 F°  46 F°  54 F°
 Apr  42 F°  50 F°  59 F°
 May  46 F°  55 F°  64 F°
 Jun  51 F°  60 F°  69 F°
 Jul  54 F°  64 F°  73 F°
 Aug  54 F°  64 F°  74 F°
 Sep  50 F°  59 F°  69 F°
 Oct  44 F°  52 F°  59 F°
 Nov  39 F°  45 F°  51 F°
 Dec  35 F°  40 F°  45 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  8  0
 Feb  0  7  0
 Mar  0  4  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  4  0
 Dec  0  9  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  4 "  17  36 %
 Feb  3 "  13  35 %
 Mar  3 "  16  38 %
 Apr  2 "  14  40 %
 May  2 "  12  45 %
 Jun  2 "  10  49 %
 Jul  1 "  6  53 %
 Aug  1 "  5  53 %
 Sep  1 "  8  50 %
 Oct  3 "  13  45 %
 Nov  4 "  18  39 %
 Dec  4 "  17  34 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  1 "  0  0
 Feb  0 "  0  0
 Mar  0 "  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  0 "  0  0
 Dec  1 "  0  0


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Cost of Living for South Whidbey Island, WA

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Senior Assistance in South Whidbey Island, WA

South Whidbey Island, Washington offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder care facilities include a nursing home, assisted living as well as a home for elderly folks with memory issues.

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