Washington’s cool morning air bites as drivers roll across the I-5 corridor under mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures hover in the upper 30s near downtown Seattle, and the damp chill lingers on sidewalks and bridge decks.
According to the National Weather Service in Seattle, skies gradually clear later today with highs reaching 52 degrees. Calm winds turn southerly near 6 mph this afternoon. Roads remain mainly dry through midday, but clouds rebuild late.
Rain develops after 4 a.m. Friday and becomes steady by late morning. Highs top out near 49 degrees with an 80 percent chance of measurable rain. Expect wet pavement and reduced visibility along I-5, Highway 99, and I-90 through the afternoon commute. Plan extra time and keep headlights on.
Showers continue Friday night with lows near 40. Saturday stays mostly cloudy with scattered rain chances and highs around 47. Valentine’s Day plans may need a backup indoor option, especially during passing showers.
Sunday brings a break with partial sunshine and a high near 46. But temperatures drop quickly after sunset. By late Sunday night, lows dip to 34 degrees with a slight chance of rain mixing with wet snow. Elevated neighborhoods could see brief flakes. Even minor moisture can trigger slick spots, especially on untreated roads and overpasses. This is prime time for flash freezing if pavement cools rapidly.
Early next week trends unsettled with additional rain and snow chances into midweek. Highs remain in the 40s before gradual moderation. Longer-range signals hint at milder air building later next week, aligning with a broader national warm-up.
Five Day Outlook for Seattle, Washington:
Today: Gradual clearing, high 52.
Friday: Rain likely, high 49.
Saturday: Chance of rain, high 47.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 46.
Monday: Chance of rain and snow, high 46.
