Seattle, WA – Spring warmth will be short-lived in Washington as rain returns to Seattle by Wednesday morning, affecting midweek travel and outdoor plans. Drivers along I-5 and surrounding routes should prepare for wet roads and reduced visibility.
According to the National Weather Service, a 30% chance of rain begins after 7 a.m. Wednesday in Seattle, increasing throughout the day. Highs will hover around 61°F, with winds shifting from southwest to southeast. A second round of rain is expected Thursday night into Friday, with another 40% chance of precipitation by Friday evening.
Forecasters also anticipate temperatures to remain mild, with daytime highs in the low to mid-60s through the weekend and overnight lows in the upper 40s to near 50°F. While not extreme, the damp and cool weather may delay yardwork, impact weekend sports, or change outdoor event plans.
By Saturday, showers are again likely, followed by a chance of thunderstorms. Sunday offers a break, with partly sunny skies and a high near 65°F. Monday follows suit, providing similar springlike relief before another slight rain chance returns.
5-Day Forecast at a Glance for Seattle:
- Wednesday: Chance of rain, high 61°F
- Thursday: Slight chance of rain, high 59°F
- Friday: Rain likely, high 62°F
- Saturday: Chance of thunderstorms, high 64°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 65°F
