Seattle weather: Cooler temperatures on the horizon
The Seattle weather pattern will turn drier Sunday before more clouds and showers return next week. (FOX 13 Seattle)
SEATTLE - Thursday started with plenty of clouds, and a few light showers were expected, mainly across the North and South Sound communities. A few showers were also possible along the coast and over the mountains, and while we couldn’t rule out an isolated lightning strike, most of us stayed dry with just a few sprinkles here and there.
What's next:
Friday will start with morning clouds before sunshine breaks through during the afternoon. Temperatures today and Friday will stay in the low 70s.
By afternoon, Seattle weather will turn sunnier with temperatures reaching the low 70s. (FOX 13 Seattle)
Looking Ahead:
Saturday will bring a chance for a light shower with highs in the upper 60s. Sunday will be partly sunny and drier, while Monday will turn mostly cloudy. A few showers will be possible Tuesday, followed by slightly damp conditions Wednesday with temperatures in the upper 60s.
The Seattle weather outlook will feature highs in the upper 60s Saturday before temperatures rebound slightly Sunday. (FOX 13 Seattle)
Air quality and wildfire danger
Air quality will remain good across much of the region this week. However, portions of north-central Washington could see higher concentrations of smoke due to ongoing large wildfires.
The Seattle weather pattern will turn drier Sunday before more clouds and showers return next week. (FOX 13 Seattle)
Fire danger will also remain a concern. A Red Flag Warning was posted on Thursday for portions of north-central Washington, including the Okanogan Valley, where dry air and gusty winds were forecast to create conditions favorable for the rapid spread of wildfires.
The Seattle weather region will see good air quality overall, but smoke and gusty winds will create elevated fire concerns farther east. (FOX 13 Seattle)
Take good care,
Meteorologist Abby Acone and the FOX 13 Weather Team
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The Source: Information in this story came from the FOX 13 Seattle Weather Team and the National Weather Service.