Washington — A low, gray ceiling hangs over Seattle this morning, softening the city’s skyline and leaving a sheen of moisture on every surface. A steady breeze ripples across wet streets, hinting at another round of rain building offshore. Early risers can feel the damp chill settling in as the Pacific pipeline reloads for a multi-day stretch of wet November weather.

According to the National Weather Service, rain increases through today and continues Sunday. Showers stay light at first, yet pockets of moderate rainfall could still reduce visibility on I-5, I-90, and SR-520 during midday travel. Anyone preparing for early Thanksgiving trips should allow extra time, especially across hilly neighborhoods where standing water forms quickly. Drive slower, keep lights on, and watch for slick pavement from matted leaves.

Models hint at a brief Winter Tease by early week, not with snowflakes but with cooler, sharper air behind Monday’s system. To be fair, snow chances remain minimal at sea level, though very light flakes could mix above the passes late Monday night. Travelers bound for eastern Washington should monitor pass reports; wet roads may become slushy at higher elevations.

A stronger push of moisture arrives Sunday afternoon. South winds increase, pushing gusts near 20 mph near Elliott Bay. That breeze chills already saturated air and sends scattered showers sweeping across the metro. Rain becomes steadier Monday, mixing with low clouds that cling to the foothills. Commuters should expect slower traffic and limited visibility during the morning drive.

For now, this pattern offers classic late-November weather: brisk, damp, and persistent. Outdoor workers should pack waterproof layers, and residents planning holiday decor should time tasks carefully between showers.

Five-Day Outlook for Seattle, WA

Sat: 57/50 – Rain likely; breezy.
Sun: 55/49 – Rain, heavier late.
Mon: 53/43 – Showers likely; gusty at times.
Tue: 51/40 – Chance showers; cool and unsettled.
Wed: 52/43 – Mostly cloudy; slight rain chance