Residents in Seattle and nearby areas are advised to prepare for continued rainfall, as a Flood Watch remains in effect through late tonight. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), flooding is possible in parts of northwest and west-central Washington, including King, Mason, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties. With 100% humidity and visibility around 2 miles, wet conditions are already widespread.
A Wind Advisory is also in effect until 1 p.m. PDT, with south winds of 15 to 25 mph and gusts up to 45 mph expected. The National Weather Service cautions that strong winds could move unsecured objects, and falling tree limbs may cause power outages.
Today’s forecast includes showers mainly between 11 a.m. and noon, with winds shifting from the south-southwest at 11 to 20 mph. The chance of rain remains at 100%, with new rainfall amounts between half and three-quarters of an inch possible, as per the National Weather Service.
Rain is expected to persist through the week. Monday has a 40% chance of rain after 11 a.m., increasing to a likely chance overnight. Tuesday carries a 50% chance of rain, with additional rainfall predicted through Friday.
