Seattle is waking up to gray skies and a soggy start on Saturday, March 7, 2026, with temperatures in the low 50s and light rain set to become more likely through the afternoon. The high should land near 55°F, and south-southwest breezes will crank up as the day wears on. Expect slower traffic and splashy sidewalks as showers pick up later today.
This Afternoon And Tonight
Rain is likely this afternoon, with about a 60% chance and generally light totals under a tenth of an inch. The real soaker arrives tonight as the rain turns steadier. Winds will blow from the south-southwest at 8 to 14 mph this afternoon, then rise to around 15 mph tonight with gusts into the low 20s. A Small Craft Advisory is posted for Puget Sound and Hood Canal from 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7 through 11 a.m. Sunday, March 8. For the latest watches and warnings, see the National Weather Service Seattle.
Sunday And The Week Ahead
Rain hangs on into Sunday, March 8, with highs in the low 50s and a strong chance of showers through the day, while temperatures are expected to fall Sunday afternoon. This update follows our March 5 preview — soggy stretch preview — as cooler air moves in and snow levels drop toward the Cascade passes late Sunday into Monday.
Mountain Passes And Rivers
The Cascades are set to take the brunt of the next few systems, with roughly 8 to 12 inches of snow possible through Monday at Snoqualmie Pass, Stevens Pass and the Mount Baker ski areas, and higher totals at summit elevations. Forecasters have also flagged the Skokomish River basin in Mason County for rises later in the week as snow levels shift and heavier rain arrives. For official hydrology and marine updates, check the National Weather Service Seattle.
What To Do
If you are planning to head out on the water, steer clear of exposed areas while the Small Craft Advisory is active and build in extra time for any trips to account for wet roads and gusty winds. Drivers crossing the passes should check mountain-pass conditions, carry chains or other traction devices, and be ready for winter travel through early next week. Residents along low-lying streams such as the Skokomish should keep an eye on local forecasts and river gauges.
