Seattle is waking up to one of the nicest Fridays of 2026 — sunny skies, a high near 72°F, and a weekend of record-breaking warmth just ahead. Get outside today, because it only gets better from here.
Today’s Setup
A high-pressure ridge building offshore is the engine behind all this sunshine. The National Weather Service calls for clear skies all day with a gentle north wind of 1 to 8 mph — just enough to keep things pleasant without causing headaches. Tonight stays clear with a low around 54°F, perfect sleeping weather with the windows cracked.
Saturday climbs to near 79°F, and the NWS Area Forecast Discussion warns that Sunday could bring record high temperatures across Western Washington before a cooling trend returns Tuesday or Wednesday with increasing onshore flow. If you’ve been waiting for a clear shot of Mt. Rainier from Gas Works Park or Myrtle Edwards Park, your window is wide open this weekend.
Wind & Outdoor Conditions
Today’s winds are light at 1–8 mph, nudging to 5–12 mph from the north on Saturday. Nothing alarming, but if you’re setting up a backyard cookout, a pop-up canopy tent with weights will keep your shade anchored when gusts pick up. It’s also a smart time to protect your porch cushions with outdoor furniture covers before the heat and UV start doing their seasonal damage.
Tonight’s Events
Friday night is seriously stacked in Seattle. The Seattle Storm host the Golden State Valkyries at Climate Pledge Arena. Meanwhile, the Tacoma Rainiers take on the Albuquerque Isotopes at Cheney Stadium, and over in Redmond, The Dead South play Marymoor Live. If you haven’t locked in seats, Find tickets on StubHub before they’re gone.
Saturday Plans
Alex Warren: Finding Family on the Road plays Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday, June 13 — grab an Alex Warren t-shirt and Get tickets on SeatGeek if you’re still looking. Also Saturday: CHELSEA HANDLER: THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR lands at the Paramount Theatre. We’ve got full event details and coverage here.
With Father’s Day around the corner, this sunny stretch is prime grilling territory. A Father’s Day grilling set is a timely and weather-appropriate gift, and pairing it with a portable propane grill makes any patio or tailgate feel like a proper cookout. Browse more warm-weather finds in our outdoor gear deals section.
Dinner Tonight
Keep it simple so you can enjoy the long June evening — a quick stir-fry or pasta works beautifully. Need fresh produce? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered in hours. A live herb plant collection on the counter means fresh basil or cilantro on demand all summer long.
Next Few Days
- Saturday, June 13: Sunny, near 79°F, north wind 5–12 mph — a genuine summer day by any standard
- Sunday, June 14: Record high temperatures likely across Western Washington per the NWS Area Forecast Discussion
- Monday: Heat continues before the pattern breaks
- Tuesday–Wednesday: Cooling trend as onshore flow increases
Keep tabs on the Seattle weather forecast for daily updates as the record heat potential comes into focus.
