Seattle weather today is mostly cloudy with a high near 59°F and light south-southwest winds around 7 mph—a typical spring day in the Pacific Northwest that calls for layering and an umbrella just in case.
Onshore flow continues to push marine stratus clouds over the Puget Sound region, and the National Weather Service notes isolated pockets of drizzle are possible throughout the day, especially near the waterfront and neighborhoods like Ballard and Green Lake. The chance of precipitation is only about 12%, so you won’t need to cancel outdoor plans, but keep a light rain jacket handy if you’re heading to T-Mobile Park or walking around Pike Place Market.
This is actually perfect weather for indoor events—if you’re catching Queens of the Stone Age: The Catacombs Tour at the Paramount Theatre tonight (April 28), you’ll want to grab a Queens of the Stone Age t-shirt to commemorate the show. Or if you’re planning to attend the Seattle Storm vs. Portland Fire preseason game on Wednesday (April 29) at Climate Pledge Arena, you’ve got great timing: the weather will be clearing out by then.
For those dealing with spring allergies—and Seattle’s pollen count is ramping up this time of year—consider picking up allergy relief nasal spray or a pollen count face mask before heading outside. If you’re spending time in your home office (hello, tech workers in Puget Sound!), a HEPA air purifier can help keep indoor air clean while outdoor conditions stay damp.
The good news? Wednesday looks fantastic. High pressure is nosing back in, and we’re expecting sunny skies with temperatures climbing to 65°F and light northerly winds. That’s the perfect day to finally mow the lawn or prep your garden with some lawn fertilizer spring and a butterfly garden kit to welcome pollinators back.
If you’re planning a casual dinner tonight, stick with something warm and comforting—a pasta or stir-fry pairs perfectly with this cool, cloudy weather. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Looking ahead: Tonight dips to 46°F with mostly cloudy skies. Wednesday brings that sunny stretch we’ve been waiting for, but a dry front moves through Thursday evening, bringing clouds back by late afternoon. Temperatures will warm nicely through the end of the week, with possible highs near 80°F by Sunday—so enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, and keep an eye on our Seattle weather forecast for updates.
