Seattle, Washington – A stretch of sunshine will give way to a soggy start to the weekend as Seattle prepares for spring showers beginning Friday. Drivers along I-5 and I-90 should plan for wet pavement and reduced visibility starting mid-morning.
According to the National Weather Service, clear skies and mild temps will hold Thursday with a high near 73°F, but a storm system moves in early Friday. Rain becomes likely after 11 a.m. Friday with an 80% chance of showers continuing through Friday night. Winds from the southwest could reach up to 9 mph.
The storm will linger into Saturday with a 50% chance of morning showers, particularly before 11 a.m., tapering into cloudy skies by the afternoon. Highs will cool into the upper 50s, marking a spring pattern shift.
While Sunday looks sunny with a high near 63°F, the wet weather resumes Monday night with light showers possible into Tuesday. Commuters should stay alert for slick conditions, especially during morning and evening travel windows.
5-Day Forecast at a Glance:
- Thursday: Sunny, high 73°F
- Friday: Showers likely after 11 a.m., high 70°F
- Saturday: Morning showers, high 58°F
- Sunday: Sunny, high 63°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 67°F; chance of rain Monday night
