Seattle weather: Stunning Fourth of July weekend forecast

Seattle weather: Dry, few degrees warmer Friday

It will be a few degrees warmer on Friday with highs in the mid to low 70s. The coast will be in the 60s and central Washington in the 80s.

SEATTLE - We're forecasting stunning weather in Seattle for the Fourth of July. The award-winning conditions will linger through the rest of the holiday weekend.

Dry weather is expected in the greater Seattle area for the Fourth of July.

For the Fourth of July, Seattle is expecting dry, quiet weather. (FOX 13 Seattle)

Highs this afternoon will lift to the mid 70s across much of Central and South Puget Sound. This is about the average for this time of year.

Mild and pleasant weather is in store for Seattle on the Fourth.

Temperatures will lift to the mid 70s around the Seattle area. (FOX 13 Seattle)

We’ll likely see a mixture of mid to high-level clouds today, producing a filtered sunshine effect from time-to-time. We’ll have to see if the clouds will be high enough in the atmosphere to still provide good visibility for the firework performances.

While there might be a light shower over the Cascades today, most around the region will be dry. In the southeastern corner of the state, there could be isolated thunderstorms.

Dry and tranquil weather will provide lovely conditions for outdoor activities in Seattle.

For any barbecue plans on parade activities, you can plan on dry weather in Seattle. (FOX 13 Seattle)

Remember to take extra precautions to avoid starting fires this weekend! Don’t park on tall, dry grass. Don’t throw cigarette butts. If you’re in a community where fireworks are allowed, use them responsibly and be extremely cautious.

Temperatures heat up in a more significant way next workweek. Highs will soar to the mid 80s on Tuesday. For folks without air-conditioning, there might be a couple of nights with uncomfortable sleeping weather. Keep the fans blasting and stay hydrated.

Hotter-than-normal weather is forecast for Seattle next week.

Hotter weather will develop in Seattle for next workweek. (FOX 13 Seattle)

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Have a lovely Fourth!

Sincerely,

Meteorologist Abby Acone

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