Seattle, Washington – Washington state may see a cooler and unsettled stretch of weather late next week, but current signals point to only a limited chance for snow, with no strong indication of a widespread or high-impact winter event.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, Washington sits within a generally cooler pattern from Saturday through the following Friday, though the strongest storm energy is expected to remain offshore or track south of the region. That setup favors intermittent precipitation with limited cold air support for significant lowland snow.
In western Washington, including Seattle, Tacoma, and Everett, temperatures are expected to remain marginal for snow. Any precipitation would likely fall as rain, though brief snowflakes cannot be ruled out during overnight or early morning hours if colder air briefly filters in. Impacts in the I-5 corridor appear minimal at this time.
Across eastern Washington, including Spokane and the Palouse, colder air will be more readily available, but moisture looks limited. Light snow or flurries are possible at times, though accumulations are expected to stay low. In central Washington, including Yakima, conditions favor cold and mostly dry weather with only spotty snow chances.
Washington State Department of Transportation officials advise travelers to remain weather-aware in mountain passes, where brief snow could still create slick conditions. While significant winter weather is not anticipated, updates may be issued if colder air or storm tracks shift later next week.
