Anacortes
A community guide to Anacortes in Washington, the United States.
- Population
- 17,637 residents
- Region
- Washington
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 48.5126, -122.6127
Climate
The climate at Anacortes is temperate, with marked seasonal variation between summer and winter, reflecting its location at latitude 48.51 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Anacortes experience. Visitors planning a trip to Anacortes should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Community and amenities
Anacortes offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Washington: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Anacortes's residents. Visitors passing through Anacortes encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Overview
Anacortes is a populated place in Washington, the United States. The community supports 17,637 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Washington. Its position within the broader regional network gives Anacortes a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Anacortes sits at approximate coordinates 48.5126 latitude and -122.6127 longitude within Washington. The terrain and natural features around Anacortes reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Washington road network providing the principal routes in and out.