Seattle is waking up under cloudy skies Tuesday, with a small chance of light rain during the morning. The clouds should begin dissipating by mid-afternoon, setting up a partly sunny afternoon with a high near 67. It is a fairly gentle start to a week that turns noticeably wetter by Thursday.
Morning Clouds Give Way To Afternoon Sun
Morning showers are possible, with minimal precipitation, according to the National Weather Service. Winds will be variable or northeast at under 5 knots in the morning and southwest at 4 to 8 knots in the afternoon, so the main weather nuisance for early errands is damp pavement rather than a blustery commute.
Wednesday looks similar but slightly cooler, with partly sunny skies and a high near 67. Overnight lows will settle in the low-to-mid 50s, making mornings feel more like fall even if afternoon sunshine returns.
Rain Arrives In Time For The End Of The Week
The bigger change arrives Thursday, when widespread rain develops in the afternoon and evening, followed by a wet Thursday night.
Friday stays unsettled, with rain becoming more scattered later in the day. The NWS Seattle forecast discussion describes Thursday and Friday as the arrival of a stronger system, bringing widespread rain and cooler temperatures across the region.
Saturday Remains Unsettled
Saturday remains part of an unsettled weekend, with additional precipitation and cooler temperatures. Sunday remains unsettled, with additional precipitation possible. Additional precipitation chances continue through Monday.
