Seattle Braces for Potential River Flooding as Series of Pacific Storms Target Western Washington

The National Weather Service in Seattle issued a hydrologic outlook for the coming week, warning residents in western Washington of the potential for river flooding. According to a statement from the

National Weather Service

, a series of robust Pacific storm systems are expected to sweep through the area, bringing significant precipitation and the possibility of rivers rising to action stage or higher. Minor flooding is particularly likely from midweek onward.

Today, Seattle residents should anticipate a 40% chance of rain as the day progresses, with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures peaking around 56 degrees. A south breeze will be present, traveling at 5 to 7 mph. As night falls, prepare for heavier rain and steady temperatures near 53 degrees. The south-southeast wind will increase, reaching speeds of 9 to 16 mph and gusting up to 23 mph. The forecast, detailed on the

National Weather Service

Seattle website, indicates that new rainfall could total between half an inch to three-quarters of an inch tonight.

Veterans Day will likely see continuous rain, showers, and the potential for thunderstorms beginning after 10am, with the temperature hovering around 52 degrees. A brisk south wind will be felt at around 15 mph, gusting as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is pegged at 90%, with new rainfall amounts expected to range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, although thunderstorms may drive higher totals, as reported by the

National Weather Service

.

Heading into Monday evening, showers and a possible thunderstorm are anticipated before giving way to steady rain post-10pm. Residents should plan for a low of around 48 degrees and a persistent south wind which may reach up to 18 mph, with gusts potentially surpassing 26 mph. The

National Weather Service

forecast notes a 100% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall quantities similar to what’s expected earlier in the day. As the week continues, soggy conditions are forecasted to persist with rain likely every single day, leading up to potential river flooding concerns.

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