The Seattle area is gearing up for a mixed bag of weather in the coming week, with the forecast hinting at sunny skies and potential showers as we head toward the end of May. According to the National Weather Service in Seattle, WA, as of this morning, the city was under mostly cloudy skies with a chilly 52°F temperature and a 80% humidity level that might make you want to keep a light jacket on hand.
For those planning to spend time outdoors, the NWS forecasts a mostly sunny day with temperatures reaching a comfortable 67°F. Light breezes are expected to increase in the afternoon, shifting from the west at about 6 mph. In the evening, temperatures may drop to around 47°F with partly clearing skies, creating a mild night.
Moving into the weekend, Seattleites can look forward to more sun-centric weather with Saturday boasting a high of nearly 74°F and continuing sunshine. The night forecast projects a mostly clear sky and a modest low of around 51°F. On Sunday, while still mostly sunny, there's a subtle shift with the mercury reaching up to 72°F and a southwesterly wind turning at around 8 mph.
Sunday night brings a 20 percent chance of showers after 11 p.m., with skies shifting from clear to mostly cloudy. Memorial Day is expected to have a 30 percent chance of showers and partly sunny skies, with a high near 69°F. Throughout the week, temperatures will vary, reaching a high of 81°F on Wednesday, followed by increasing chances of showers that evening, as reported the National Weather Service.
The week ends with continued uncertainty as Thursday’s forecast includes a chance of showers and partly sunny skies, with a high around 71°F. Seattle’s weather this week is expected to vary, so it is advisable to be prepared for both sun and rain.
