Seattle's notoriously fickle weather is giving us a bit of everything this week, with a meteorological smorgasbord that will keep your umbrella close and your sunglasses closer. According to the National Weather Service, Seattle began today with an overcast sky and a chilling 52°F, but the gloom is set to give way to some welcomed sunshine with temperatures topping a comfortable 71 degrees.
Those planning to enjoy a balmy evening stroll can expect partly cloudy skies tonight, dipping temperatures around 50, and mild northern breezes whispering through the city streets. Calm winds are expected after midnight, so it might just be the perfect night for an impromptu picnic at Gas Works Park, if, you're up for a late-night snack under the stars.
Looking ahead, tomorrow is playing coy, starting off masked in clouds that are promised to peel back for a sunny afternoon with highs pushing the mercury to 73. The evening will follow suit, with the forecast suggesting a "mostly clear" night, laying the groundwork for Tuesday to step in, strutting mostly sunny vibes and a high of 74. But in classic Seattle style, don't get too attached to the dryness as Tuesday night teases a 30 percent chance of showers after 11 p.m.
A midweek shower is more than likely on Wednesday, so you'll want to rekindle your relationship with your trusty umbrella as rain dances in, casting a 60% probability of morning showers. The sun isn't scheduled to clock out entirely, though, as the day is expected to be partly sunny after the rain with highs once again nearing that 71-degree sweet spot. The fickleness continues into Wednesday night with only a slender chance of showers before slipping back into partly cloudy skies.
For those who've been meticulously planning their Juneteenth celebrations, keep an eye out for "a slight chance of showers after 11am" but keep your outdoor plans alive as partly sunny conditions should hold steady with highs flirting with the 70s. As the week rolls on, Thursday night could see a few more drops, and by Friday, it's likely we'll be back to a more familiar narrative with showers in the air and a cooler high of 65.
Seattle's weather rollercoaster does not stop there. The weekend keeps the "showers likely" tag with you guessed it, partly sunny highs trying to peak through at 64 degrees. So while the city navigates this patchwork quilt of meteorological moods, make sure you're ready for a bit of everything. For up-to-date forecasts, visit the National Weather Service website.
