Seattle weather: Frosty start Friday, afternoon sunshine

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Published  January 23, 2026 5:57am PST
FOX 13 Seattle

Chilly, dry and sunny weather will persist into this weekend in Seattle.

The Brief

    • Friday morning will begin with freezing fog and frost, giving way to a sunny afternoon with temperatures reaching the low 40s.
    • Dry conditions and below-average highs will persist through early next week, providing clear but chilly weather for Sunday's Rams vs Seahawks game.
    • Milder temperatures are expected to return by mid-week, though this shift will also bring the next chance for rain showers.

SEATTLE - Friday morning will start with patchy freezing fog and frost after another cold night, but Seattleites can expect plenty of sunshine into the afternoon with more dry skies into early next week. 

Friday morning will start with patchy freezing fog and frost after another cold night. 

Highs for the next several days will be below average, with highs usually in the upper 40s. Milder temperatures return in the middle of next week, but then showers return as well. 

Another round of low clouds and fog Friday morning, with better clearing into the afternoon. Skies will also clear better for central and eastern Washington. 

Another round of low clouds and fog Friday morning, with better clearing into the afternoon. 

Temperatures Friday will be slightly cooler, reaching the mid to low 40s. Sunshine will be present through sunset at 4:57pm.

Highs will boost to the mid 40s around the Seattle area on Friday afternoon. (FOX 13 Seattle)

The forecast for the Seahawks game on Sunday is looking great! Plenty of sunshine, but chilly temperatures. Bundle up!

The forecast for the Seahawks game on Sunday is looking great! Plenty of sunshine, but chilly temperatures. Bundle up!

High pressure remains into early next week, continuing our dry streak and no mountain snow. The next chance of light rain returns Wednesday into Thursday. 

Beautifully sunny weather will linger through the weekend in Seattle. (FOX 13 Seattle)

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