Fog has blanketed Seattle this morning, leading the National Weather Service to issue a Dense Fog Advisory effective until 10 AM PST. The advisory covers a wide stretch including the City of Seattle, Eastside, and many surrounding areas. The fog is expected to present visibility challenges, with conditions reported to be a quarter mile or less. NWS Seattle advises heightened caution for those venturing onto the roads, noting that patches of black ice could form where the fog has a chance to quickly condense and freeze.
In addition to the fog and potential black ice this morning, the weather this week in Seattle is to somewhat remain consistent, with showers creeping into the forecast from New Year's Day onwards. Residents and visitors can expect a 30 percent chance of rain in the late afternoon on New Year's Day, according to the detailed forecast last updated by the NWS. Rain becomes more likely as the week progresses, with chances increasing to 60% Thursday night and maintaining a strong likelihood of precipitation through the weekend.
The NWS Seattle's forecast anticipates temperatures will hover in the mid-40s to low 50s towards the end of the week. Friday through Sunday, the city is to brace for more persistent rain, with chances standing at a solid 80% for Saturday. These conditions may dampen many outdoor plans, but residents are well-acquainted with their city's propensity for wet weather.
As Seattle residents prepare to ring in the new year, weather considerations are bound to impact evening festivities. With tonight's forecast predicting mostly cloudy skies and a low around 34 degrees Fahrenheit, celebrants are to advised to bundle up. Transitioning into January, the cloudy and rainy outlook can be viewed as a natural extension of the Pacific Northwest's winter mood – a constant companion that has often shaped the region's culture and lifestyle.
