Seattle, WA – A deep freeze continues across western Washington, with dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15°F expected through Thursday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, Bellevue, and surrounding areas until noon Thursday, warning of hypothermia risks for exposed individuals.
According to the National Weather Service in Seattle, calm overnight conditions will give way to another bitterly cold morning Wednesday, with daytime highs struggling to reach 41°F. Wind chill values will make it feel even colder, ranging between 15°F and 29°F.
Thursday will bring increasing clouds, with a 20% chance of light snow by late morning, mixing with rain in the afternoon. Friday and Saturday will see a 50% chance of rain and snow, impacting roads ahead of Valentine’s weekend. By Sunday, temperatures will rebound slightly, but rain remains in the forecast.
Residents are urged to keep pets indoors, check on elderly neighbors, and use heating devices safely. Travel conditions remain normal, but black ice is possible on untreated roads during early morning hours.
