Seattle weather today brings partly sunny skies and a high near 68°F, with morning marine stratus pushing inland across the Puget Sound before clearing by late afternoon—perfect timing if you’re heading to T-Mobile Park or catching the Seattle Mariners vs. Atlanta Braves game tonight.
Today’s Setup
Expect that familiar Pacific Northwest marine layer to fill in across the Seattle metro and southern Sound through mid-morning. The National Weather Service forecasts stratus to linger over much of the Puget Sound area into the afternoon before scattering out between 9 PM and midnight PT. Because of the clouds hanging around, highs will likely top out in the mid-60s across the interior—closer to 68°F downtown—rather than pushing toward 70. The coast will stay cooler, with upper 50s to low 60s. Light southwest winds around 8 mph will keep things calm.
Best Window To Be Outside
If you’re planning outdoor activities—whether it’s a round at one of the local courses or a walk through Green Lake—aim for late afternoon after 3 PM PT, once the stratus burns off. The clearing trend should give you the best sunshine window heading into evening. Grab a Stanley quencher tumbler to stay hydrated while you’re out, and if you’re grilling dinner later, you’ll have decent conditions by 5 or 6 PM.
Gameday Weather: Mariners vs. Braves
The Seattle Mariners vs. Atlanta Braves game at T-Mobile Park tonight (May 6) will start under mostly cloudy skies with that stratus potentially lingering early. By first pitch, expect conditions to improve with partly cloudy skies, temperatures around 65–68°F, and light winds. Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub if you’re still looking for a seat. Tailgating conditions will be dry with no rain expected (only 3% chance of precipitation), so bring a light layer—you might shed it as the evening warms slightly. Grab a Seattle Mariners jersey or Seattle Mariners fitted cap to show your support while you’re there.
What To Wear & Bring
Layer up this morning—that stratus keeps it cool in the 52–54°F range until mid-morning. A light jacket or fleece works perfectly. By afternoon, you can dial it back to a t-shirt or long-sleeve, but keep something handy for the evening. No rain gear needed today; the chance of precipitation is negligible at just 3%. If allergies are kicking in (common this time of year in the Pacific Northwest), consider running a HEPA air purifier indoors to help manage pollen, especially if you’re spending most of your day inside.
Tonight & Thursday Outlook
Wednesday night stays mostly cloudy and dry, with lows around 52°F and light south winds. Thursday brings another round of morning stratus, but highs again near 68°F and no rain expected. Friday is when things shift: a weak, dissipating frontal system approaches, bringing a chance of showers mainly to the coast and mountains—but the Puget Sound metro should stay mostly dry. High pressure rebuilds over the weekend, setting up a nice stretch into early next week.
Dinner Idea
With dry weather and mild temperatures, tonight’s perfect for a simple pasta dinner on the patio or a quick stir-fry inside. If you’re grilling tri-tip, check out our guide on how to smoke tri-tip like brisket for a budget-friendly hack. You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next few days: Expect morning marine stratus Thursday, clearing to partly cloudy skies and 68°F highs. Friday brings showers mainly to the coast; the metro stays mostly dry. Weekend high pressure moves in—great conditions ahead for outdoor events like the Seattle Sounders FC vs. San Diego FC match on May 9 at Lumen Field, or concerts like Florence + The Machine - Everybody Scream Tour on May 12 at Climate Pledge Arena. Get tickets on SeatGeek for any of those events, and grab a Florence + The Machine hoodie or Florence + The Machine hat to stay warm during the show.
