Seattle residents can anticipate a wet week ahead, with the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasting rain on the horizon for most of the coming days. According to the latest update from the NWS, rain is likely before 3 p.m. today, followed by partly sunny skies and a high near 48 degrees. Winds will maintain a gentle flow from the south around 6 mph, with an overall 60% chance of precipitation expected throughout the day. Incoming showers may contribute less than a tenth of an inch of new precipitation.
The chance for precipitation drops slightly tonight, with a slight chance of rain before 9 p.m and then again after 4 a.m. As locals navigate the mostly cloudy conditions, the temperature is predicted to hover around a low of 41 degrees. The forecast from NWS maintains a light south wind throughout the evening.
Tuesday brings in a higher likelihood of rain, primarily after 10 a.m., with an 80% chance of precipitation and an expected accumulation of between a quarter and half an inch possible. Throughout Tuesday night, the trend continues with forecasts predicting persistent rain and lows around 42 degrees. A steady south southeast wind at around 6 mph accompanies the downpours.
Wednesday's outlook anticipates rain likely again, turning the midweek into a familiar pattern of cloudy skies coupled with highs reaching 50 degrees. The steady wind persists, keeping the atmosphere in motion, while the chance of precipitation stays robust at 70%. "New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible," details the NWS report.
As the week advances towards Thanksgiving Day, the promise of dry festivities diminishes with an 80% chance of rain foreseen and high temperatures hovering near a comfortable but damp 51 degrees. Those planning to travel or indulge in outdoor activities should prepare for potential showers, as the trend of rain seems to continue through to the weekend. Friday and Saturday both carry a chance of rain, while Saturday night might see rain mixing with snow as the temperatures dip to a low around 36 degrees. Sunday closes the week on an unsettled note, with a chance of rain and snow but also some partial sunshine shining through, with a high near 45 degrees.
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