Seattle weather: Gusty winds in Cascade foothills Thursday

Possible showers during Thursday's evening commute

Plan for a little extra time getting out the door Thursday morning with temperatures in the low to mid-30s. Most of us stay dry, but the southwest interior could see a few mixed showers before turning to rain. Watch out for slick roads.

SEATTLE - A low pressure system off the Washington Coast will bring another round of rain, mountain snow, and gusty wind to the foothills of the Cascades Thursday.

Most of the day will be dry for much of the Puget Sound area. Expect high temperatures in the low 50s from Seattle north. South of Seattle, temps will stay in the mid 40s after a round of morning rain.

Gusty east winds will develop this afternoon and evening in the Cascade foothills, especially through the gaps of the Cascades. Areas like North Bend and Gold Bar could see gusts of up to 40-45 mph at times. While we do not expect widespread impacts, power outages are possible in areas. Winds should die down by Friday morning.

Widespread rain and mountain snow will also make a return late tonight into early Friday morning. The heaviest snow will hit south of Snoqualmie Pass with 6-10 inches expected.

This weekend will bring a few showers Saturday with heavier rain expected Sunday evening. Temperatures will stay in the low 50s through the middle of next week.