Greenwater, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Greenwater, Washington
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Greenwater General Store, 2013
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Location of Greenwater, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Pierce |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km2) |
| • Land | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,699 ft (518 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 95 |
| • Density | 63.3/sq mi (24.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98022
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| Area code(s) | 360 |
| FIPS code | 53-28695 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1520340 |
Greenwater is a small community in Pierce County, Washington, in the northwest part of the United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified for statistics, but it's not an official city or town.
Greenwater is located southeast of Seattle. In 2020, about 95 people lived there. It's a popular spot for people who love the outdoors. Many hikers and skiers pass through Greenwater on their way to Mount Rainier National Park and Crystal Mountain ski area.
Greenwater is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. It's a great place to visit if you enjoy nature.
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Exploring Greenwater's Outdoors
Greenwater is a favorite stop for outdoor adventurers. It's especially popular with people heading to the mountains. You'll find many hikers and skiers here.
The area is a gateway to amazing natural places. Mount Rainier National Park is a short drive away. Crystal Mountain offers fantastic skiing in winter.
If you like camping, Greenwater has three well-known campgrounds. These are Silver Springs, The Dalles, and Buck Creek. They are perfect for spending time in nature.
Where is Greenwater Located?
Greenwater is found at a specific spot on the map: 47.142294 degrees North and 121.618926 degrees West. It covers about 1.5 square miles (3.9 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within its boundaries.
This community sits where two rivers meet. The Greenwater River and the White River join together here. Greenwater is about 1,700 feet (518 meters) above sea level.
What's the Climate Like in Greenwater?
Greenwater has a special kind of weather called a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This means it usually has warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. It's similar to the weather you might find in places around the Mediterranean Sea.
Even though it has a "warm-summer" climate, Greenwater also gets a lot of snow. This is because it's located in the mountains. The snow makes it a great place for winter sports.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 62 (17) |
71 (22) |
73 (23) |
84 (29) |
92 (33) |
95 (35) |
102 (39) |
100 (38) |
97 (36) |
88 (31) |
67 (19) |
64 (18) |
102 (39) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 36.6 (2.6) |
42.2 (5.7) |
46.6 (8.1) |
53.9 (12.2) |
61.8 (16.6) |
66.1 (18.9) |
73.1 (22.8) |
72.4 (22.4) |
67.5 (19.7) |
56.1 (13.4) |
44.2 (6.8) |
38.2 (3.4) |
54.9 (12.7) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 26 (−3) |
29.3 (−1.5) |
30.1 (−1.1) |
33.6 (0.9) |
39.2 (4.0) |
44.2 (6.8) |
46.7 (8.2) |
46.1 (7.8) |
42.1 (5.6) |
36.8 (2.7) |
31.5 (−0.3) |
28.8 (−1.8) |
36.2 (2.3) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −8 (−22) |
−5 (−21) |
3 (−16) |
19 (−7) |
25 (−4) |
26 (−3) |
30 (−1) |
28 (−2) |
22 (−6) |
15 (−9) |
3 (−16) |
−8 (−22) |
−8 (−22) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 7.85 (199) |
6.02 (153) |
4.86 (123) |
4.26 (108) |
3.01 (76) |
2.76 (70) |
1.15 (29) |
1.62 (41) |
3.29 (84) |
5.33 (135) |
7.89 (200) |
9 (230) |
57.03 (1,449) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 24.2 (61) |
13.6 (35) |
12.4 (31) |
3.2 (8.1) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.2 (0.51) |
5.5 (14) |
16.4 (42) |
75.6 (192) |
| Average precipitation days | 19 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 15 | 19 | 21 | 183 |
See also
In Spanish: Greenwater (Washington) para niños
