Rain shifting north, drier weather ahead for the long weekend

An atmospheric river is shifting north this morning, bringing much drier weather to Western Washington this afternoon.

Rain will push north, start to dry out heading into the weekend
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A weak cold front moves in early Thursday for the morning commute. By lunchtime most of us should dry out! Highs slightly warmer than average near 50.

A river in the sky continues to pump rain into the region through early Thursday

Pack your patience when out on the roads the next couple of days. After that, things will dry out, the sun will come out, and temperatures will warm up to a balmy 50 degrees!

Chehalis River flooding wrecks family's dream home
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Communities in the South Sound are recovering from destructive flooding that swept through the area. One family in Thurston County is hurting after the high waters spilled into their brand-new home they had bought just a week prior.

Stick through the rain, some sunny days are coming!
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FOX 13 Forecaster Erin Mayovsky is tracking a three-day stretch of sunshine! The only thing standing between us and some beautiful days is even more days of rain.

Atmospheric river sends heavy rain into Western Washington

An atmospheric river will bring heavy rain and mild temperatures to Western Washington through Wednesday, but a dry stretch is ahead for the weekend.

Snoqualmie and Blewett passes reopen
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While Western Washington communities grapple with flooding and heavy rainfall, up in the mountains, crews are trying to stay on top of endless snow.

People recovering from Chehalis River flooding
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One of the worst hit areas of regional flooding was Lewis County, and now that the floodwaters have receded, homeowners are getting a closer look at the damage and debris left behind.

National Guard heads to Leavenworth after record snowfall

The Washington National Guard is now in Leavenworth helping community members dig out after record snowfall last week. 

Heavy rain returns to Western Washington Tuesday and Wednesday

After enjoying a beautiful sunny Sunday, Western Washington is bracing for showers Monday and another atmospheric river set to hit the area Tuesday and Wednesday.

Showers return to start the week
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Unfortunately, our beautiful sunny weather will not carry over into the start of the work week as a weakening front moves into Western Washington.