Mother Nature is winning brownie points this weekend with Seattleites who've craved the sunshine, but for skiers and snowboarders itching for fresh powder — Mother Nature will have to work harder to get the thumbs up.

A strong upper-level ridge and high pressure is “protecting us from any storms” for now, said National Weather Service meteorologist Dana Felton.

Seattle will wake up to foggy conditions before sunshine breaks through in time for the 49ers–Seahawks Wild Card playoff matchup, setting the stage for a chilly but dry afternoon at Lumen Field.

With a nice PNW dry sunny weekend coming to a close, we look at conditions for the upcoming work week including late-week rain chances.

Seattle's weather forecast includes persistent rain and patchy fog, with temperatures in the mid-40s to mid-50s and potential river flooding.

SEATTLE - While it'll be breezy and damp at times this weekend, much stormier weather is forecast by Monday. Western Washington and Seattle will undergo a deluge of moisture for the upcoming workweek with multiple atmospheric rivers through Thursday.

AM: Good morning! It's Wednesday, January 7, 2026. WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET The forecast predicts showery, breezy weather today, high in the low 40s. Sunrise will be at 7:56 am; sunset at 4:35 pm. (Just 18 days until 5 pm+ sunsets!

Seattle's weather forecast predicts a mild week with partial sun, light winds, and consistent night-time temperatures.

Morning fog gave way to sunbreaks Wednesday afternoon. Clouds and fog returned overnight into early Thursday, with lows in the mid to low 40s. Clouds and fog return overnight into early Thursday with lows in the mid to low 40s. Areas of dense fog return for Thursday, but will clear much quicker than Wednesday.