The National Weather Service in Seattle, WA has provided a detailed forecast for the coming days, indicating a varied pattern of sunshine and potential rainfall. Residents can expect a blend of clear skies and cloud coverage along with a chance of showers and thunderstorms as we head into the weekend.
Today's weather is slated to be mostly sunny with highs around 68 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. A light northeast wind is expected to switch directions, moving in from the northwest as the morning progresses. As the evening rolls in, clouds will gather, potentially clearing up with lows hovering around 51 degrees. The wind, once north, is set to come from the south-southeast after midnight, a subtle change, but one that marks the capricious nature of Pacific Northwest weather.
Looking toward Friday, the forecast anticipates a 30 percent chance of showers starting after 11 a.m., with an accompanying southwest wind blowing at a moderate pace, and temperatures reaching a pleasant high near 65. As we enter Friday night, the likelihood of precipitation increases to 50 percent, inviting a slightly wetter end to the day's mostly cloudy narrative.
The weekend forecast suggests an even greater chance of showers, particularly on Saturday. "Showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 11am. High near 61. South southwest wind 8 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible", the National Weather Service states. Saturday evening may offer a brief respite with a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 p.m., followed by a dip in temperatures to around 48 degrees. Sunday's forecast mirrors this pattern, with a 40 percent chance of more thunderstorms after 11 a.m. and a high near 62 degrees.
As the new week dawns, Monday and Tuesday will bring a "slight chance of showers" with partly sunny skies and highs in the mid-60s. The nights are likely to remain mild, with low temperatures staying just above the 50-degree mark. Looking further ahead, Juneteenth celebrations can anticipate warmer weather with a high near 72 and plenty of sunshine to mark the occasion.
