SEATTLE, Wash. — Low gray clouds blanket the skyline this morning, and the soft patter of steady rain signals another classic Northwest stretch of soggy weather. Wet pavement gleams under the early light — a sure sign of what’s ahead as the Pacific sends a fresh round of moisture into western Washington.
According to the National Weather Service Seattle, rain will remain frequent through Tuesday, occasionally heavy during commutes and ferry crossings. Temperatures stay mild, hovering in the upper 40s to low 50s, with light south winds making the dampness feel slightly warmer. Showers taper slightly at times, but forecasters expect rain chances near 80–90% through early Tuesday, which could slow travel across I-5, I-90, and Highway 99.
Monday and Tuesday will feature the steadiest rainfall, with minor ponding possible in low-lying urban areas. By Wednesday, a brief lull arrives, offering some breaks in the clouds before another system pushes in late Wednesday night into Thanksgiving. While totals aren’t expected to cause flooding, the near-constant drizzle will keep soil saturated — something to watch as holiday travel ramps up across the region.
Thanksgiving Day itself looks cloudy and cool, with highs near 49°F and scattered light rain possible. By next weekend, another frontal boundary could introduce cooler air and a hint of early-season snow in the nearby Cascades — a “winter tease” marking the seasonal shift now underway across the Pacific Northwest.
Five-Day Forecast for Seattle, WA:
Sun: 50/40 – Rain; breezy south wind.
Mon: 47/39 – Rain likely; light wind.
Tue: 47/42 – Rain continues; travel delays possible.
Wed: 51/48 – Cloudy; rain late.
Thu: 49/45 – Thanksgiving Day showers; mild temps.
