UFO sightings in Washington

AI overview

There have been 29 reported sightings in or near Washington between 1988 and 2026. Most sightings occur at night, accounting for 63% of reports, and 16 of these incidents include video. Orbs are the most common shape, followed by saucers and triangles. Movement patterns vary, including instant acceleration, hovering, zig-zagging, silent flight, pulsing, and erratic motion.

Activity has been busiest in recent years, with 2025 seeing 10 reports and 2024 seeing five. July and October are the most frequent months for sightings. Notable reports include a military helicopter and sphere near Seattle, as well as a triangular formation seen in a Bonney Lake neighborhood.