Washington Disaster & Funding Calendar
When Washington's hazards peak — and when the federal money windows open. The recurring hazard seasons (wildfire, flood, winter storm) alongside the SAM.gov, FEMA and grant deadlines that decide who's ready when disaster strikes.
Washington hazard seasons — 12-month view
| Hazard | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wildfire | July–September | ||||||||||||
| Flood | November–February | ||||||||||||
| Winter Storm | November–March |
Peak windows
- Wildfire — typically July–September in Washington.
- Flood — typically November–February in Washington.
- Winter Storm — typically November–March in Washington.
💰 Funding & deadline cycles
- 🔁SAM.gov registration renewal — annualLapses lock you out of federal contracts & grants. Renew ~60 days before expiry.
- 🏛️FEMA Public Assistance & HMGP — post-declarationWindows open after a Washington disaster is declared and close fast. Watch the live map for new declarations.
- 🏗️HUD CDBG-DR — appropriation-drivenFunds follow major disasters via Congressional appropriation; action-plan deadlines follow.
- 📅Federal fiscal year — Oct 1Grant cycles and mitigation notices (BRIC) reset. Position before Q4.
Washington hazard season FAQ
When is wildfire season in Washington?
In Washington, wildfire season typically runs July–September. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is flood season in Washington?
In Washington, flood season typically runs November–February. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is winter storm season in Washington?
In Washington, winter storm season typically runs November–March. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.