Seattle, WA – The hum of steady rain fills the air across Puget Sound this morning, blending with the glow of early commuters’ headlights. Wet pavement reflects city lights, and the rhythm of raindrops continues what’s shaping up to be a classic early-November pattern for western Washington — persistent, gray, and thoroughly soaked.
A deep Pacific moisture stream remains locked over the Seattle metro area through midweek, keeping rain chances near 100% from Wednesday into Friday. Temperatures will stay mild for now, with highs around the mid-50s, but the steady rainfall could lead to ponding on roads and slippery travel during peak commute hours.
Rainfall totals may reach 1 to 2 inches by Thursday, with locally heavier pockets near the Cascades and foothills. Winds stay modest, but isolated gusts could add to the chill late Wednesday. Despite the soggy setup, there’s no sign of freezing conditions yet — though meteorologists note early hints of a cooler transition next week as high pressure briefly settles in.
By the weekend, showers taper off and a few sunbreaks might return, offering a rare dry window for outdoor cleanup, early holiday prep, or Veterans Day events. Still, long-range models hint that another storm train could follow, signaling a stormy stretch leading toward Thanksgiving.
After all, in Seattle, November rain isn’t a surprise — it’s a seasonal signature, steady and relentless, washing the city into winter’s first act.
