Seattle woke to mostly sunny skies on Today, with a mild start and an afternoon high near 50°F on tap. A glancing Pacific front will nudge a chance of light rain into the metro after about 1 p.m., so count on wet streets for the evening commute and slightly cooler readings late in the day.
Afternoon Rain Chances
Light rain chances creep in Wednesday afternoon, with forecasters putting the city’s odds near 30% and highs near 50°F before temperatures slip into the upper 40s. South-southwest winds of 5 to 12 mph will be noticeable on exposed hills and bridges. For timing and more detailed forecast discussion, check the National Weather Service office page.
Tonight Into Thursday: Gusty South Winds
Wednesday night into Thursday brings a higher chance of rain, roughly 50%, along with stronger SSW winds. Expect winds near 13 mph with gusts up to 22 mph Wednesday night, and gusts as high as 24 mph on Thursday. New rainfall amounts stay light, generally under a tenth of an inch, so the main impact will be blustery commutes and wet pavement rather than anything flooding-level. For background on the broader wet pattern and mountain snowfall, see our earlier coverage on how Friday drizzle slows commute as Cascades load up on snow.
Mountains And Boaters
A Winter Weather Advisory covers the Cascades from 4 a.m. Wednesday, February 25, 2026, through 4 a.m. Friday, February 27, 2026, with snow levels mainly 2,000 to 3,000 feet and totals near a foot possible around Mt. Baker. Boaters should heed Small Craft Advisories for the Strait of Juan de Fuca and parts of the outer coastal waters through Thursday morning, with building seas in exposed areas. These watches and advisories are posted by the National Weather Service on its office page.
Plan For Your Commute
Plan on a rain jacket and leave a few extra minutes for any afternoon or evening trips, since slick spots and standing water will show up in the usual low areas. If you are heading to the mountains or over the passes, expect slower travel and possible traction restrictions, and check the latest pass reports before you go.
