Seattle woke up under a gray blanket Thursday, with clouds hanging low and temperatures at Boeing Field stuck in the upper 40s. The payoff is on the way: look for partly sunny skies and a high near 61°F later today, Thursday, April 23, 2026. Light south-southwest breezes this afternoon should make the end of a soggy week feel a bit more like spring.
Afternoon Clearing and Mild Temperatures
Skies are expected to thin through the afternoon, letting temperatures climb into the low 60s. The chance of rain stays very low, with west-southwest winds around 5 to 6 mph. According to the National Weather Service, clouds should scatter between mid-afternoon and early evening, and thermometers will slide back into the mid-40s overnight.
Cool Nights and Valley Fog Possible
Dry northerly flow will bring plenty of sunshine on Friday, April 24, 2026, and Saturday, April 25, 2026, with highs around 62 to 64°F and overnight lows in the low to mid-40s. Interior low-lying spots could dip into the upper 30s, so gardeners and small-crop growers may want to keep an eye out for frost. Valley fog may form overnight into Friday morning, briefly cutting visibility for some early commuters.
Marine and Travel Notes
On the water, a Small Craft Advisory remains in effect for portions of the coastal waters through 11 AM PDT this morning. Seas are expected to ease from around 10 to 12 feet down to 5 to 8 feet this afternoon. Boaters can expect choppier conditions early, with a more forgiving ride later in the day. On land, mid-afternoon clearing should make evening travel both easier and drier.
What Has Changed
After several days of rain and gusty south winds, the pattern is shifting to drier, sunnier weather, a turnaround previewed in our earlier coverage. For more on this week’s wet, windy stretch, see the previous Hoodline report on the rain soaked Seattle rush hour. Forecast models keep the region mostly dry into next week, with a ridge possibly nudging highs into the upper 60s by Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
