Seattle eased into Tuesday, July 28, 2026, under a familiar gray blanket of low marine clouds. Boeing Field checked in around 62°F early on, but inland neighborhoods are expected to shake off the cloud cover by midday and warm up to about 74°F. South-southwest winds will strengthen through the afternoon, turning it breezy on ferries and exposed hills, while the coast hangs onto cooler temps and a slight chance of light rain.
Afternoon Outlook
Inland areas should turn mostly sunny with highs near 74°F and south-southwest winds around 8 to 12 mph, with stronger gusts over open water and along exposed ridges. Midday and afternoon outdoor plans look comfortably mild; a light layer is smart for the morning commute and a windbreaker is a good call if you will be near the Sound, according to the National Weather Service.
Small Craft Advisory
A Small Craft Advisory remains up for the northern inland waters, including the San Juan Islands, Puget Sound and Hood Canal, through 1 p.m. PDT Tuesday. South winds of 15 to 25 kt will keep conditions choppy and hazardous for smaller vessels. Inexperienced mariners, kayakers and paddlers are urged to stick to protected harbors until things settle down, per the National Weather Service.
Looking Ahead
Temperatures tick up a bit Wednesday and Thursday, with the warmest stretch expected from Thursday into Friday, when inland highs should land in the lower to mid-80s while the immediate coast stays cooler. Forecast ensembles then point to a cooler, cloudier pattern for the weekend, with the best odds for light showers along the coast, so it is worth keeping late-week outdoor plans a bit flexible.
