Seattle weather: Round two of heavy rain, wind hits Tuesday
Seattle weather: Heavy rain returns Tuesday
Heavy rain returns Tuesday afternoon/evening, which will increase the potential for river flooding for the end of the week.
SEATTLE - The second round of a one-two punch hits Tuesday evening, as heavy rain and strong winds return to the area.
Ten western Washington rivers are expected to reach major flood stage this week.
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Here is a timeline of what to expect:
Timeline:
Tuesday: A break from the rain
We will see a break from the rain during the daylight hours as the steady rain dips south into Oregon. The next round of heavy persistent rain will arrive after sunset Tuesday and continue through Wednesday.
A wind advisory is in effect from Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. to Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Up to 40 to 45 mph gusts are expected.
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Tuesday night, Wednesday: Round two of heavy rain and wind
By the numbers:
Heavy rain will continue to fall on Wednesday during the daylight hours, and it will finally weaken Wednesday night. Two to three inches is possible in the Puget Sound lowlands, but some areas in the rain shadow of the Olympics will see much less.
Models are suggesting that parts of Snohomish County and north King County could be in that rain shadow zone. There will still be a lot of rain in the Cascades, with five to eight inches possible.
Some rivers will rise into major flood stage Wednesday night.
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Thursday: Rivers crest a second time
Several western Washington rivers will crest a second time to major flood stage on Thursday. While rain will lighten up considerably, showers will still be falling across western Washington. Snow levels will soar to around 7,000 feet, well above the passes and most of the ski resorts.
Friday and the weekend
What's next:
Temperatures will stay mild, and snow levels will remain above the passes. Light showers will continue through the weekend.
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The Source: Information in this story comes from weather models interpreted by FOX 13 Seattle Chief Meteorologist Brian MacMillan.