Washington – Wet pavement reflects early headlights across Seattle as clouds thicken and the air turns damp before sunrise. Rain is already lining up offshore, and conditions shift quickly as the morning progresses.
According to the National Weather Service in Seattle, rain chances increase through the day, becoming more widespread by afternoon and evening. Highs hover near 50 degrees, with steady light rain developing across the metro, including Downtown Seattle, Bellevue, and Shoreline. While rainfall amounts stay modest, roads turn slick fast after a dry break.
By Monday, rain becomes more consistent, especially from late morning through the evening commute. Precipitation chances climb near 70 percent, with damp conditions lingering into Monday night. Drivers along I-5, I-90, and Highway 99 should expect slower travel and reduced visibility at times. Plan extra braking distance on untreated ramps and overpasses.
A quieter window opens Tuesday. Skies trend sunnier, and highs reach the low 50s. However, colder air settles in at night, dropping lows into the upper 30s. Any lingering moisture may refreeze in shaded areas late, creating localized slick spots during early drives.
The broader pattern remains active nationwide. Arctic air continues to dominate the eastern U.S., locking lakes in ice and sharpening temperature contrasts coast to coast. That imbalance keeps the Pacific Northwest in a cycle of passing systems, though none appear extreme this week.
Midweek stays mostly dry with partial sunshine. Temperatures hold near seasonal levels before a gradual warming trend develops later in the week and into next weekend. Signs point to quieter weather ahead, but for now, keep rain gear handy and allow extra travel time. Are roads wet where you are this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Seattle, Washington
- Today: Increasing rain, highs near 50°F
- Monday: Rain likely, highs near 50°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, cooler night, highs near 51°F
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, slight rain chance late, highs near 50°F
- Thursday: Chance of rain, cooler, highs near 50°F
