The city of Seattle, renowned for its frequent drizzles and overcast skies, is facing a predictably soggy week ahead, according to the National Weather Service. Residents and visitors alike should brace themselves for a series of rainfall events, certain to dampen holiday plans but ensure a thoroughly green end to December.
Beginning today, the forecast calls for uninterrupted rain with a high hovering near 51 degrees. A southeast breeze might to mildly disrupt the rainfall, yet the certainty of precipitation stands at a staunch 100%, with substantial accumulation predicted. "New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible," reports the National Weather Service. Current conditions include a high humidity level at 87%, instilling the air with that familiar thick moisture known to those who frequent the Pacific Northwest.
The wet weather is slated to continue through the night, with rain primarily before 1 a.m., though the temperature should remain steady around 50 degrees. Gusts could reach upwards of 21 mph, adding a brisk chill to the wet environment. The chance of precipitation will slightly decrease to 90%, with new precipitation amounts forecasted to be modest in comparison to the day's downpour.
Monday introduces a brief respite of increasing clouds with a likelihood of rain to pick back up post 4 p.m. The chance of precipitation is notably less, only standing at 60%, but with it, it brings less rainfall – a mere fraction of today's deluge. "New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible," the forecast maintains. In contrast, Monday night promises a return to heavier rain, with a low of around 46 degrees and the chance of precipitation jumping back up to 90%. Commuters and late-night travelers should anticipate the gusts, which could reach as high as 26 mph, enforcing the need to secure their holiday decorations against the relentless wind.
As the week progresses, Seattleites will face continued rain through Tuesday and leading up to Christmas Day, with high temperatures each day just tipping over into the low 50s. Rainfall amounts are expected to range, with each new wave bringing anywhere from a tenth to a half-inch of additional moisture. This wet pattern is forecasted to persist through Friday, ensuring a decidedly wet holiday season for those in the Emerald City. The consistent damp conditions will likely abate outdoor activities, yet the rain-sodden soil will be a testament to the ever-present umbilical tie Seattle holds with its cloud-woven sky and oceanic climate.
