Quick Tips for Surviving Winter in Seattle
Summertime in Seattle is glorious. Winter is not. But with proper preparation and enough hot chocolate, you'll make it through.
Get some sun
I know, the sun is only in the sky between 11 am and 3 pm. But this is a tech town, we can do something about that.
We get this every once in a while
All it took was four halogen spotlights, and now my bedroom is lit with the brilliant natural light of a thousand suns. Whether you’re growing an “indoor garden” (no questions asked) or just want some more light in your life, Indoor Sun can hook you up.
All it took was four halogen spotlights, and now my bedroom is lit with the brilliant natural light of a thousand suns. Whether you’re growing an “indoor garden” (no questions asked) or just want some more light in your life, Indoor Sun can hook you up.
Nothing makes you look healthier than an mild radiation burn. I usually just stand in front of my microwave with the door open, but there are classier options available.
Nothing makes you look healthier than an mild radiation burn. I usually just stand in front of my microwave with the door open, but there are classier options available.
Get some snow
Hit the slopes! The first time I went skiing in Seattle, it was actually during a job interview. With powder just 45 minutes from downtown, there’s no excuse for wasting your winter.
The closest ski resort to downtown Seattle, Snoqualmie is packed with families enjoying the snow every winter.
The closest ski resort to downtown Seattle, Snoqualmie is packed with families enjoying the snow every winter.
The best ski resort near downtown Seattle, Stevens Pass is the closest thing we’ve got to Whistler.
The best ski resort near downtown Seattle, Stevens Pass is the closest thing we’ve got to Whistler.
Make fun of the locals
Seriously, though. I’m from the Northeast. I know what real winter is like. And all you Seattlites need to quit your whining and suck it up.
Seattle winter by comparison
Get a cuddle partner
The dating cycle in Seattle is well understood. Shop around during the summer, then pick your winner(s) and settle down for the winter. If you haven’t selected your first string yet, better get on the ball!
I know you’ve seen their ads in your in-flight magazines. Just go check them out already, you know you’ll crack eventually.
I know you’ve seen their ads in your in-flight magazines. Just go check them out already, you know you’ll crack eventually.
I know, I know. You’re not that desperate. But winter in Seattle lasts a long time…
I know, I know. You’re not that desperate. But winter in Seattle lasts a long time…
Eat
Better build up those winter fat stores, it’s nine months until the next harvest season! Fortunately, there are plenty of establishments in Seattle happy to help you out.
You can do better than Squeezy Cheese and crackers, I know it.
You can do better than Squeezy Cheese and crackers, I know it.
Seattle’s best restaurant. Just like your mom used to make, if your mom was a gourmet chef and charged you $200 every time you sat down at the table.
Seattle’s best restaurant. Just like your mom used to make, if your mom was a gourmet chef and charged you $200 every time you sat down at the table.
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