Washington – A gray sky hangs over downtown Seattle this morning, and a few stray drops could spot windshields before the midday lull. The air feels damp but mild, hovering in the mid-40s as commuters move along I-5 and Highway 99.
According to the National Weather Service in Seattle, a 30 percent chance of rain develops after 2 p.m. today. Highs reach near 51 degrees with south winds between 11 and 15 mph, gusting up to 25 mph. Showers remain scattered, but brief slick spots could develop during the evening commute.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy with another 30 percent rain chance and lows near 42. Friday carries a 40 percent chance of rain, mainly before mid-afternoon, with highs again near 51. Roads may stay damp through Friday evening, especially across King and Snohomish counties.
The pattern shifts heading into the weekend. Saturday turns partly sunny with a high near 50. Sunday looks brighter with full sunshine and highs climbing to 52. Clearer skies Sunday night allow temperatures to dip into the upper 30s, so watch for isolated slick patches on bridges if moisture lingers.
March begins on a calmer note. Monday trends mostly sunny with highs in the mid-50s. Temperatures hold in the 50s into midweek, with rain chances increasing again by Wednesday.
While snow impacts parts of the Northern Plains and heavy rain targets the Gulf Coast, western Washington stays in a typical late-winter rhythm. Expect steady improvement by Sunday as early March brings hints of spring.
Five Day Outlook for Seattle, Washington:
Today: Chance of rain after 2 p.m., high 51.
Friday: 40% chance of rain, high 51.
Saturday: Partly sunny, high 50.
Sunday: Sunny, high 52.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 54.
