As the Veterans Day commemorations unfold amidst grey skies, residents in Seattle should brace for a wet and potentially tumultuous week ahead. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), light rain and mist currently blanket the city with a temperature hovering near 52°F. The humidity is thick, at 93%, and visibility has narrowed to a mere four miles.
Today's weather shows a 60% chance of rain, mostly between the afternoon hours before showers and possible thunderstorms take the stage post 4 PM. The already saturated grounds could see new rainfall amounts from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, with more expected if thunderstorms develop, the National Weather Service detailed forecast reports. In the evening, the likelihood of precipitation ramps up to 90%, and though new rainfall might shy from a tenth of an inch, thunderstorms could again tip the scales.
Tuesday and Wednesday will continue the rainy trend, with a 100% chance of wet weather. The NWS predicts south winds of 11 to 16 mph, gusting up to 21 mph. Residents can expect between a tenth and a half inches of rain over the two days.
An important note from the latest NWS hydrologic outlook alerts points to an increased threat of river flooding this week as Western Washington finds itself on the receiving end of a relentless series of strong and wet Pacific storms. Several rivers are predicted to reach the Action Stage, with the potential of minor flooding particularly by midweek, "especially by Wednesday or Thursday." The extent of the flooding will hinge on various factors including rainfall rates, temperatures, snow levels, and the total rainfall accompanying these systems.
Rain will continue through the weekend in Seattle, with highs in the upper 40s to mid-50s. Sunday will be cloudy and rainy, with a high of around 49°F. Residents are urged to stay informed with National Weather Service updates to prepare for the weather and its potential impacts.
