Washington opens this Saturday with a gray, damp sky hanging over Seattle as rain taps lightly on car roofs and sidewalks. The air feels cool and heavy, and early holiday travelers are already seeing wet pavement along I-5 and across downtown. With Thanksgiving just one week away, residents should expect shifting conditions that may slow travel today and again heading into Friday.
According to the National Weather Service, steady rain is likely through the day as Pacific moisture pushes into western Washington. Showers increase through the afternoon, raising the risk of reduced visibility and slick roads. Travelers heading toward Sea-Tac or driving north into Snohomish County should plan for extra time and slower speeds. While temperatures sit safely above freezing, models hint at cooler pockets in the Cascade foothills—nothing significant yet, but an early “Winter Tease” worth watching as November deepens.
Rain remains the dominant theme through Sunday. Waves of moisture move inland, bringing occasional heavier bursts that could disrupt tight schedules for anyone starting Thanksgiving trips early. To be fair, the system lacks any snow threat for the lowlands, but mountain passes may pick up slushy accumulation as temperatures slide closer to the freezing mark at higher elevations. Drivers aiming for Stevens or Snoqualmie Pass should check updates before heading out.
By Monday, showers continue but ease slightly. Brief sun breaks might slip through on Tuesday, though clouds return quickly. After all, this is classic late-fall Seattle weather: steady rain, crisp breezes, and short daylight framed by a slow winter transition. For now, keep rain gear handy, plan for wet travel, and expect more passing showers as Thanksgiving approaches.
Five-Day Outlook
Saturday: Rain likely, high 55
Sunday: Rain likely, high 53
Monday: Rain likely, high 51
Tuesday: Chance rain, high 48
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high 48
