The National Weather Service in Seattle predicts a mostly sunny day today with the mercury hitting a comfortable high near 78 degrees. A gentle south southwest wind will blow at 5 to 7 mph. Seattleites can enjoy the clear skies this morning, as reported last by the NWS at 5:35 AM PDT. The city, currently sitting at a cool 59°F, will gradually warm up, setting the stage for a quintessentially mild summer's day.
Tonight, however, the forecast suggests the clear skies will give way to increasing clouds, with temperatures expected to drop to a low around 57 degrees. The gentle movement of the south wind at around 6 mph may not be enough to disturb the mounting clouds. Residents planning an evening stroll might want to carry a light jacket to ward off the evening chill.
Looking ahead to Friday, the outlook is a bit overcast initially, but the clouds are anticipated to clear, revealing mostly sunny skies with highs hovering near 71. The winds remain consistent with a mild south breeze at around 6 mph. For those who've been longing for less intense sunlight, it seems a perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors without the glare.
The pattern of night clouds continues into Friday night with mostly cloudy conditions expected and a low around 56 degrees. A light northwest wind at about 5 mph will become calm as the evening progresses. It won't be too brisk, but one might find the air a tad on the cooler side if they're out late.
Weekend weather maintains the theme of mild and mostly cloudy with Saturday's high near 73 degrees. The climate is as expected for the Pacific Northwest's summer—steady but unspectacular; comfortable but not quite balmy. Saturday night's forecast does hint at clearer skies with a low around 55 degrees.
Prospects for sunnier weather return on Sunday, with mostly sunny conditions and a high near 76 anticipated. The warmth continues into the early week with Monday expected to be sunny and reaching a high near 78 degrees. For a detailed look at the weather for the week ahead, visit the National Weather Service website at Seattle Weather Forecast.
