The National Weather Service in Seattle forecasts a shift in weather patterns, with several rainy days expected for the region. After a series of cloudy mornings, limited relief from the dampness is anticipated as the weekend and next week approach. Today, the overcast morning will transition to a mostly sunny afternoon with a high near 54 degrees, according to the NWS.
Tonight, overcast skies are expected with lows around 44 degrees and a north wind at about 7 mph. The clouds will continue into Friday with similar temperatures, and rain is forecasted to begin after 11 p.m. on Friday night. Once it starts, the chance of precipitation will rise to 90%, with expected rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
The weekend forecast shows persistent rain with high temperatures near 60 degrees on both Saturday and Sunday. The NWS predicts a 90% chance of rain on Saturday, with expected rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch. Rain is also expected on Sunday night, along with cloudy skies and lows around 48 degrees.
The outlook for early next week indicates that rain and cloud cover will continue. Highs are expected to stay in the mid-50s, while nightly lows will be in the mid-40s. Commuters may experience a brief break from rain Monday morning, as it is likely to subside before 11 p.m. Tuesday has only a slight chance of rain, and by Wednesday, the forecast shows ongoing rain, overcast skies, and highs near 51 degrees.
