Rifton, WA
Unincorporated community in Franklin County, Washington
Rifton is a small unincorporated community in Franklin County, Washington. It is 10.7 miles W of Kahlotus, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 99335.
Rifton at a glance
- State
- Washington
- County
- Franklin County
- ZIP code
- 99335
- Nearest town
- Kahlotus (10.7 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Los Angeles
- Coordinates
- 46.6008, -118.3400
Weather in Rifton now
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Rifton weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Rifton.
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Sunrise, sunset and moon in Rifton
What is the weather usually like in Rifton?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 89°F average high
- Decembercoldest month · 26°F average low
- 10.8 inprecipitation per year · 275 mm
- 13.5 insnowfall per year · 34 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Rifton: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station HATTON 9 SE, WA US (USC00453546), adjusted for the elevation of Rifton.
Rifton weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Rifton through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 4:34 PM | 9 h 3 min |
| February | 6:54 AM | 5:20 PM | 10 h 25 min |
| March | 7:03 AM | 7:00 PM | 11 h 56 min |
| April | 6:03 AM | 7:42 PM | 13 h 39 min |
| May | 5:16 AM | 8:22 PM | 15 h 5 min |
| June | 4:57 AM | 8:50 PM | 15 h 52 min |
| July | 5:13 AM | 8:45 PM | 15 h 31 min |
| August | 5:50 AM | 8:05 PM | 14 h 14 min |
| September | 6:30 AM | 7:06 PM | 12 h 36 min |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:08 PM | 10 h 58 min |
| November | 6:54 AM | 4:21 PM | 9 h 27 min |
| December | 7:29 AM | 4:08 PM | 8 h 38 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Los Angeles).
What is the weather like in Rifton?
Rifton has a cold semi-arid climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 89°F (32°C), and the coldest is December, with average lows of 26°F (-3°C).
It gets about 10.8 inches (275 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is November and the driest is July. Snow is common: about 14 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Rifton is May–June and August–September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Rifton
The closest live webcam is Washtucna: SR 26 at MP 82.9, 11.0 miles N of Rifton.
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Questions about Rifton
Where is Rifton, WA?
Rifton is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Washington, 10.7 miles W of Kahlotus.
What county is Rifton in?
Rifton is in Franklin County, Washington.
What is the ZIP code of Rifton, WA?
The ZIP code for Rifton is 99335.
What is the nearest town to Rifton?
Kahlotus, 10.7 miles away.
Are there webcams near Rifton?
Yes. The closest is Washtucna: SR 26 at MP 82.9, 11.0 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Rifton?
July, with an average high of 89°F (32°C).
What is the coldest month in Rifton?
December, with an average low of 26°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Rifton?
About 10.8 inches (275 mm) a year; the wettest month is November.
Does it snow in Rifton?
Yes, about 14 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Rifton?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Rifton have?
Cold semi-arid (Köppen BSk).
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