Seattle residents can expect a showery start to the week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The forecast predicts a 30 percent chance of showers today, primarily between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., with overcast skies and high temperatures hovering near 51 degrees. For those venturing outside, a light west-southwest wind will accompany the slightly damp conditions.
As the day turns into night, the likelihood of rain increases to 60 percent, with showers expected mainly after 4:00 a.m. The overcast veil will persist, embracing the city with a steady temperature of around 48 degrees and calm winds. Throughout these early hours, new precipitation could grace the sidewalks of Seattle with less than a tenth of an inch anticipated, according to the NWS.
The consistent theme of clouds and potential showers extends into Monday. Morning commuters should anticipate a 60 percent chance of rain, mainly before 7:00 a.m., and should prepare for a cloudy ceiling with a high near 51 degrees. A gentle south-southwest breeze will accompany the scant new precipitation, again less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Those hoping for a reprieve from the precipitation may find some solace Tuesday, albeit briefly, there is an 80 percent chance that showers will roll in after 4:00 p.m. The high for the day is expected to reach 52 degrees with a mild south wind making a modest appearance. Precipitation quantities will likely stay consistent, modest with less than a tenth of an inch likely. Wednesday will follow a similar pattern, with a 60 percent chance of showers, mostly between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., and high temperatures nearing 53 degrees.
Looking ahead, the rest of the week in Seattle is somewhat of a mixed bag regarding rainfall. A slight chance of showers looms on Thursday, with partly sunny conditions and a high near 52 degrees. This sporadic drizzle could carry over into early Friday morning. The NWS predicts a stair-step in probabilities as the waning hours of the week ensue, culminating in showers likely on both Friday night and Saturday.
Seattle’s inhabitants are no strangers to rain, and this forecast serves as a gentle reminder of the Pacific Northwest’s signature touch. Keep an umbrella close, and tread lightly through the pitter-patter of early March’s liquid serenade.
