Seattle started the day under a gray blanket, with Boeing Field (KBFI) sitting at about 61°F and just a light southerly breeze. Those low clouds are expected to thin in the late morning, setting the stage for a quick warm-up into the afternoon. Inland neighborhoods should warm the most, while spots right on the water hang a few degrees cooler.
Afternoon Sun and Mild Breeze
Most neighborhoods are on track to reach the upper 70s, with an afternoon high near 78°F and south-southwest winds around 6 to 10 mph. The National Weather Service expects clouds to break for mostly sunny skies by midday, which should make for easy outdoor plans later on. A light jacket is still a smart move near the coast, where temperatures will run a bit cooler.
Tuesday Commute: Drizzle on the Radar
Early Tuesday, a weak front slides through and brings a slight chance of light rain or drizzle during the morning commute, with new rainfall totals likely staying under a tenth of an inch. Roads could briefly turn slick in spots, so tossing a small umbrella or rain shell in your bag is not a bad idea if you are out early. By the afternoon the front should lose steam and leave the region mostly dry again.
Boaters and the Week Ahead
Mariners should keep an eye on the forecast, since small craft advisory level winds are possible in the Central and Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca on Thursday and Friday evenings. Temperatures stay generally comfortable through midweek, with a modest warm-up later in the week and inland highs nudging into the upper 70s to lower 80s. There are no watches or warnings in effect for King County today.
Local Context
This pattern follows the recent warm spell earlier in the week; for background, see our recent warm spell. Bottom line: look for sun this afternoon, a brief shot at drizzle Tuesday morning, and generally pleasant summer weather through the rest of the week.
