Seattle, WA – Seattle residents should prepare for a sunny stretch beginning Friday, August 1, as temperatures rise into the low 80s and dry weather dominates through midweek. With calm winds and mostly clear skies, the city enters a sustained warm pattern ideal for outdoor activity—but with rising UV levels and dry ground, fire risk and heat precautions come into play.
According to the National Weather Service, Friday will see highs near 80°F in Downtown Seattle with winds shifting northwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Skies remain mostly clear into Friday night, with lows dipping to around 60°F. The weekend continues the summer trend, with Saturday and Sunday highs staying in the upper 70s and abundant sunshine.
Expect the dry spell to persist through at least Tuesday. Saturday’s calm conditions may draw more traffic to I-5 and SR 99—drivers should hydrate and prepare for sun glare during peak travel times. Sunday night brings a slight dip, with lows near 56°F, but no rain is in sight until at least next Wednesday.
Preparedness Tips: Stay hydrated, limit mid-day sun exposure, and monitor air quality if local burn bans tighten. While heat levels remain moderate, UV indices will climb, particularly in wide-open spaces or near water.
Weather alerts remain minimal, but the dry pattern extending through August 6 is a reminder to stay wildfire-aware and summer-smart.
