For Seattleites looking for a bit of respite from the typical drizzle, the National Weather Service in Seattle has forecasted a promising stretch of spring weather. According to the latest update, the city is set for a partly sunny day, with highs creeping to a comfortable 57 degrees and a steady north wind. Come nighttime, the skies are expected to clear even further, with temperatures dropping to a cool 44 degrees.
The weekend outlook, courtesy of the NWS, spells out sunny skies for tomorrow, making for perfect afternoon escapades in the Emerald City with temps hitting the low 60s. As the night falls, the weather should remain mostly clear, with a low around 44 degrees. Such a break from grey canopy overhead may well be the harbinger of a true spring, if but for a moment.
Sunday is slated to continue the pattern of mostly sunny weather, offering a high of 62 degrees. However, clouds will start to roll back into the picture by Sunday night, bringing a 20 percent chance of rain after 11 p.m. This is a subtle shift that indicates the approach of more familiar weather patterns for the early part of the week.
As the new week dawns, residents should prepare for a pendulum swing back to April's showers. Monday will see a 50 percent chance of rain, with a partly sunny day otherwise and a high near 52. As for Tuesday, there's a slight chance of rain after 11 a.m., somewhat dampening hopes for a full return of the sun, which has shown itself only in brief interludes lately.
The rollercoaster of spring weather is poised to continue well into the week, with the NWS forecasting clear nights and sunny days through to Thursday. Seattle’s climate is as dynamic as ever, keeping its denizens on their toes and their umbrellas at the ready. The full, detailed forecast is available on NWS Seattle's website.
