Seattle is starting Friday under cloudy skies and temperatures around 54 degrees, but the gray opening is not the whole story. The forecast calls for a mostly sunny afternoon near 70, with only a slim chance of rain in the city.
Clouds Give Way To A Warm Friday
Friday morning clouds should gradually break up as temperatures climb, with a high near 70 before easing into the upper 60s later in the afternoon. Winds will stay light from the south-southwest at 1 to 5 mph, and the chance of rain is just 4% in Seattle.
A weak weather system could bring a few showers to northern parts of Western Washington, but Seattle is expected to remain dry. The National Weather Service Seattle says the broader region will turn warmer and drier as high pressure builds over the Pacific Northwest.
Cool Nights, Clearer Weekend
Friday night will be mostly cloudy with a low around 53 degrees. Saturday brings mostly sunny skies, a high near 67 and north winds around 8 mph, while Sunday should be mostly sunny and warmer, with a high near 70.
Foggy Mornings Return Next Week
Low clouds and areas of fog may greet early risers Saturday and Sunday before clearing during the afternoons. Monday will stay partly sunny near 67, followed by generally dry and cooler conditions with highs in the low to mid-60s from Tuesday through Thursday.
No watches, warnings or advisories are in effect for the Seattle area.
