Lynnwood is the economic heart of South Snohomish County. The city is an indefinable mix of urban, suburban, small city, crossroads and bedroom community. Straddling the junction between Interstate 5 and the north end of Interstate 405 in Washington, it is the final tangle of population on the north end of "greater Seattle" before one continues on to other places: Everett, Bellingham, or Canada. The center of the town has the usual American panoply of small businesses, strip malls, and retail stores. Outside the commercial center of Lynnwood, to the east and north, lie Alderwood Mall, houses, and small forests.
Is the Northwest weather keeping you inside? Lynnwood has plenty of indoor activities to keep you warm, dry and entertained. You can take community classes, shop 'til you drop, enjoy a show at one of the many performing arts venues, and so much more.
Snohomish County has some of the finest public golf courses and championship-caliber private courses in Western Washington. There are several courses that have earned accolades from major golf magazines and travel publications and that have hosted many pro and amateur tournaments. Many offer private lessons and golfers can play year-round, as well. Just remember that if you’re teeing off in the winter months, be prepared to get a little wet even if you can steer clear of the water hazards. The courses offer a wide variety of play and stunning views of the beautiful Northwest scenery.
Lynnwood is a business and recreational destination, offering 1,200 hotel rooms for business and leisure travelers, more than 300 acres of parks and open space, tennis courts, ice and roller-skating arenas, and movie theaters. The city’s historic Interurban Trail provides almost four paved miles for biking, walking and jogging, connecting to additional trails in Everett and Mountlake Terrace. Scriber Lake Park, a 20-acre bird sanctuary, is located in the heart of Lynnwood’s commercial district.
The Lynnwood Recreation Center is open daily and offers a complete aquatics program, racquetball courts, a weight room and recreation programs for all ages. Lynwood and Meadowdale athletic complexes are host to more than 325 adult softball teams during the season. They also feature lighted baseball and soccer fields, a track, and sand volleyball courts. Lynnwood’s 18-hole municipal golf course and pro shop are open to the public all year.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $340,740
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 33,627. Lynnwood covers 7.64 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 370 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 98036, 98037, 98046
Weather
Lynnwood, WA climate is mild during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 60's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 75.80 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 35.20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be fairly limited during summer with a difference that can reach 19 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 12 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Lynnwood is 35.96 Inches. Winter months tend to be wetter than summer months. The wettest month of the year is December with an average rainfall of 5.45 Inches.
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