The Washington Weather Podcast

Advisory in effect for southern and northern Washington. morning Tue Mar 10th, 2026 Washington forecast.

Advisory in effect for western Washington. midday Mon Mar 9th, 2026 Washington forecast.

Advisory in effect for western Washington. midday Mon Mar 9th, 2026 Washington forecast.

Good morning. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. We picked up about two-tenths of an inch of rain overnight. Currently sitting at 38 degrees under gray skies. But the real story? The mountains are getting absolutely buried. Stevens Pass woke up under 8 inches of fresh snow. Another 6 to 8 inches falls today. That convergence zone along Highway 27 degrees is cranking out snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour this morning. Winter Storm Warning stays in effect until 5 A.M. Tuesday. Total accumulations through Tuesday morning: 15 to 27 inches. The rest of the Cascades see lighter amounts today, but this is just the warm-up act. A Winter Storm Watch kicks in Tuesday night through Friday morning. We're talking 2 to 4 feet of new snow. The National Weather Service is even mentioning possible blizzard conditions Wednesday into Wednesday night. Around Puget Sound, scattered showers continue through this morning. Snow levels hover around 500 feet early, then rise with daytime heating. Highs reach the mid 40s. South-southwest winds gust to 25 or 30 miles an hour this afternoon. Eastern Washington stays mostly sunny early, then a chance of snow develops after 2 P.M. Highs near 43 degrees in Spokane. Southwest winds gust to 25 miles an hour. South Sound sees rain and snow showers likely before 2 P.M., then thunderstorms possible between 27 degrees and 5 P.M. Highs around 45 degrees. Tonight, scattered showers continue. Another convergence zone may redevelop, bringing 7 to 9 inches of new snow to the northern Cascades. Lows drop to the upper 20s to mid 30s. Here's your heads-up for the week ahead. Tuesday stays cool with scattered showers. Wednesday brings heavy rain to the lowlands and heavy mountain snow. Strong winds develop Wednesday afternoon through Thursday — we're watching for gusts over 50 miles an hour in some areas. The wet pattern continues through the weekend. Spring equinox is just 11 days away, but winter's still got teeth. See you this afternoon.

Advisory in effect for eastern and western Washington. morning Mon Mar 9th, 2026 Washington forecast.

Advisory in effect for eastern and western Washington. morning Mon Mar 9th, 2026 Washington forecast.

Good afternoon. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you'll feel that damp chill cutting through your jacket. We picked up a tenth of an inch of rain overnight. And it's still falling. Temperatures are sitting at 46 degrees — about 27 degrees above normal for early March, but that wet cold makes it feel colder than the number suggests. Around Puget Sound, steady rain sticks with you through noon with highs near 52 before temperatures drop this afternoon. Down in the South Sound, rain wraps up by 4 P.M. With highs hitting 53. Head east and it's a completely different day. Eastern Washington sees partly sunny skies with a high near 57, but gusty southwest winds to 22 miles an hour with gusts hitting 38. Hold onto your hats out there. Tonight brings the drama. Snow levels crash from 6,000 feet down to 1,500 feet by early evening. Puget Sound drops to 36 with rain mixing to snow overnight. South Sound falls to 33 with a rain and snow mix developing. Eastern Washington clears out and plunges to 30 degrees. Monday turns active. Rain and snow mix across western Washington through the day. Highs struggle to reach the mid-40s. The Cascades are under a Winter Storm Warning with 1 to 2 feet of snow expected by Tuesday morning. Here's your week ahead. Wednesday brings the heaviest mountain snow and strongest winds, with gusts reaching 30 to 40 miles an hour statewide. Rain continues Thursday and Friday with highs in the upper 40s. The weekend stays unsettled with lingering showers. Don't forget — clocks spring forward tonight. You lose an hour of sleep but gain more evening daylight. See you this evening.

Good morning. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. Spring forward tonight, folks. You lose an hour of sleep but gain daylight. We're adding 3 minutes and 26 seconds today, with the spring equinox just 12 days out. And the weather's celebrating with a cold front sweeping through right now. Rain is spreading south this morning. Along the Puget Sound, steady rain through mid-morning, then breaking into showers by afternoon. High near 52 degrees. The real story? Winds. Southwest gusts to 24 miles an hour early, then shifting north by late morning. It's the kind of wind that'll find every gap in your jacket. Down in the South Sound, rain likely before 4 P.M. High near 53, dropping to 50 by afternoon. West-southwest winds 10 to 15 miles an hour, gusting to 22. Eastern Washington sees a completely different day. Partly sunny with a chance of rain after 11 A.M. High near 57 degrees. But those southwest winds are fierce — 14 to 22 miles an hour with gusts to 38. If you're driving, watch for crosswinds. Tonight, rain turns to a mix of rain and snow across the Puget Sound and South Sound. Lows drop to 36 in Seattle, 33 in Olympia. Eastern Washington clears out with lows near 30 degrees. Monday brings more rain and snow, especially in the mountains. Puget Sound hits 46. South Sound reaches 45. Eastern Washington stays cooler at 43 with a chance of snow between 11 A.M. and 1 P.M. Here's your heads-up for the week ahead. Monday night through Tuesday brings more rain and snow mix, with mountain snow piling up. Wednesday is the big one — heavy mountain snow, strong winds gusting 30 to 40 miles an hour. And rain for the lowlands. Thursday and Friday continue wet with rain and snow showers. Layer up if you're heading out. That wind will cut right through you. See you this afternoon.

Good morning. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you'll feel it. That damp, clingy chill at 44 degrees. We picked up about four-hundredths of an inch overnight. And those clouds aren't going anywhere. Rain spreads across the lowlands this afternoon. Not drizzle — actual rain. Puget Sound and South Sound take the heaviest hit, with a quarter to half an inch by tonight. Eastern Washington stays mostly cloudy, with just a chance of light rain after 4 P.M. Highs reach 50 around Seattle and Tacoma, 48 in Spokane. Tonight, rain fades to showers. Lows hold mild in the upper 40s west of the Cascades, dropping to 42 in Spokane. Saturday brings lingering showers, especially near the mountains. The coast and Puget Sound stay cloudy with highs in the mid-50s. Eastern Washington? Much nicer — mostly cloudy skies, near 60 degrees, with just a slight chance of rain. Breezy too, with gusts to 22 miles an hour. Now here's the heads-up for the week ahead. Sunday turns brutal. A strong cold front barrels through with gusts potentially hitting 50 miles an hour along the coast. Rain continues through early next week. And snow levels plummet. The mountains get hammered Monday through Thursday — 12 to 18 inches at the passes. Lowlands could see a rain-snow mix early Monday and Wednesday mornings, though accumulations stay light. Temperatures cool into the mid-40s. If you're heading to the mountains this weekend, conditions deteriorate fast Sunday night. Check pass conditions before you go. Stay dry out there. See you tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast See you tomorrow.

Good afternoon. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. We're waking up to 47 degrees and gray skies after a soggy overnight. The clouds are hanging around, but here's the silver lining. You're staying mostly dry today. In the next 24 hours. Puget Sound hits 50 degrees with mostly cloudy skies. There's a slight chance of sprinkles before 4 P.M., but odds are you'll dodge them. Southeast winds stay gentle at 5 miles an hour. Head east over the Cascades and it's a totally different vibe. Eastern Washington gets mostly sunny skies and 52 degrees. Just a slight chance of a passing sprinkle before 4 P.M., then clearing out. West winds around 9 miles an hour. Down in the South Sound, you're looking at partly sunny skies and 52 degrees. A chance of light rain before 4 P.M. West-southwest winds 8 to 13 miles an hour. Tonight, the rain returns statewide. Puget Sound and South Sound both see steady rain after 7 P.M. Lows drop to the low 40s. Eastern Washington stays mostly cloudy with a low near 33 degrees and a slight chance of rain and snow after 4 A.M. Friday brings widespread rain across the west side. Highs near 51 degrees with steady rain throughout the day. Eastern Washington gets a chance of rain and snow with a high near 49 degrees. For the weekend. Rain continues Saturday with highs in the low to mid 50s. Sunday brings heavier rain and a cooler push. Monday's when it gets interesting. Snow levels drop sharply. The mountains see significant snow. And there's a chance for a rain-snow mix in some interior lowlands early Monday morning. Enjoy the dry hours today. Tonight's rain is coming for all of us. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. That tenth of an inch we got overnight? It left us with 44 degrees and skies the color of wet concrete. The damp chill is settling in like an uninvited guest who brought their own sleeping bag. In the next 24 hours. Puget Sound stays locked under mostly cloudy skies today with rain popping up through the afternoon. You'll hit 50 degrees by midday. But the real story kicks in after 7 tonight — a 90 percent chance of rain as another front rolls through. Lows hold at 44. Down in the South Sound, you catch a break early with partly sunny skies before clouds pile back in. Rain arrives before 4 P.M. Highs reach 52 degrees. Tonight the rain settles in for the long haul. Now head east over the Cascades and it's a completely different world. Eastern Washington sees partly sunny skies with just a slight chance of a midday shower. Highs climb to 52 degrees. But this morning at 7 A.M.? Dress warmly — it feels like 29 degrees with that westerly wind cutting right through your jacket. Tonight drops to 33 with a slight chance of rain mixing with snow toward dawn. Friday keeps the rain going west of the mountains. Highs in the low 50s. Eastern Washington stays drier but cooler at 49. For the weekend. This wet pattern holds through Saturday and Sunday. Then late Sunday everything shifts. A colder system drops snow levels down to pass level by Sunday evening. Monday morning could bring a rain-snow mix even in the lowlands. Highs dip into the upper 40s. The full moon tonight won't have much to shine through with those clouds. But we're gaining over three minutes of daylight now. Spring equinox is just two weeks out. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. That steady rain you heard tapping on the roof overnight left about two-tenths of an inch in the gauge. Step outside now and you'll feel that familiar 46-degree chill, the kind that sticks to your jacket under stubborn gray skies. In the next 24 hours. Here's what's happening across the state. Puget Sound stays locked in the wet pattern today. You'll see rain arriving by late morning, really peaking right around 4 P.M. Highs crawl to about 50 degrees with light southeast winds. Tonight stays mild at 43 degrees as the showers continue. Down in the South Sound, a similar story unfolds. Your rain chances climb after 10 P.M. Tonight. Thursday brings likely rain with highs near 51 degrees. Watch for that southwest wind picking up to around 12 miles an hour. Head east over the Cascades and the whole picture changes. Eastern Washington sees partly sunny skies Thursday with highs reaching 51 degrees. Dress warmly early though — that morning starts at 34 degrees, feeling like 29 with the wind chill. In Travelers take note, a Winter Weather Advisory is active for the mountains until 10 A.M. Thursday. Seven to nine inches of snow could pile up above 3,500 feet. Expect winter driving conditions at Stevens Pass and White Pass. Looking ahead, the wet pattern holds through the weekend. Highs climb into the mid-50s by Saturday. But Sunday into Monday brings a shift. Colder air drops snow levels to pass level. A rain-snow mix even reaches some lowland areas early next week. Tonight's full moon won't have much to shine on with all these clouds. But we're gaining over three minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox sits just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good afternoon. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. That steady drumming of rain overnight? Just the opening act. We picked up about fifteen hundredths of an inch. And now the atmosphere is getting restless. In the next 24 hours. Here's the situation. Puget Sound sits at 51 degrees right now, climbing to 53 this afternoon. Thunderstorms could fire up — especially around the Sound where chances peak near 90 percent between 1 and 4 P.M. Those storms roll through midday, then rain continues tonight with a low of 42 degrees. Down in the South Sound, you're slightly warmer. Highs reach near 54 degrees with that same thunderstorm threat. Winds gust to about 12 miles an hour, adding a bite to that damp air. Head east over the Cascades and it's a different scene. Eastern Washington sees rain likely through this afternoon with highs near 49 degrees. But tonight? Temperatures drop to 33 degrees. That cold morning tomorrow will feel like 27 degrees on exposed skin. Mountain travelers, take note. A Winter Weather Advisory kicks in at 7 P.M. For the Blue Mountains. Six to ten inches of snow and gusts to 35 miles an hour will make travel difficult through Thursday night. Looking ahead, this wet pattern holds firm. Rain stays in the forecast every day through the weekend. By Sunday into Monday, a stronger system arrives with heavier mountain snow and gusty winds. Then temperatures drop early next week. We could even see a rain-snow mix in the lowlands by Monday. One bright note tonight. Step outside after the rain eases and catch the full moon rising. We're gaining over three minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox sits just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. That steady drumming on the roof? Just the opening act. We've picked up about a tenth of an inch of rain overnight, but the atmosphere is getting restless. In the next 24 hours., A cold front is sweeping through, unlocking thunderstorm potential across Western Washington. Puget Sound sees showers and storms between 10 A.M. and 4 P.M. — that's when instability peaks. Highs reach 53 degrees. South Sound follows a similar script with storms most likely around midday, topping out at 54. Keep that umbrella handy and don't be surprised if you hear a rumble. Cross the Cascades and it's a different world. Eastern Washington gets steady rain this morning — near 100 percent chance around 10 A.M. — then drying by evening. Highs hit 49. But watch out for that early morning chill. It'll feel like 27 degrees around 7 A.M. The mountains are the real headline. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect through Thursday morning for the Cascades. Snoqualmie. Stevens. And White Passes could see 7 to 9 inches of snow above 3,500 feet. Travel gets tricky this afternoon into tonight. Tonight, rain continues west of the crest with lows dipping to 42 in Puget Sound. Eastern Washington clears partly with a low near 33. Thursday brings another round of rain to the lowlands, while mountain snow showers linger. Highs hold in the upper 40s to low 50s. Looking ahead, this wet pattern sticks around. Rain chances continue Friday through the weekend. By Sunday night into Monday, colder air arrives — and we could see a rain-snow mix even at lower elevations. Tonight's full moon has some competition from the clouds. We're gaining over three minutes of daylight now — sunset just before 6 P.M. Spring equinox is just two weeks away. If you're driving the passes today, maybe pack the chains just in case. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Washington. I'm Aaron Jolly. That drizzle greeting you on the windshield? Think of it as a trailer for the main feature. A frontal system is sliding inland right now, shoving out the mild, dry air and replacing it with something cooler and much wetter. This pattern isn't a one day visitor. It's moving in for the week. In the next 24 hours. Step outside in Seattle and you'll feel 49 degrees. Overnight lows barely touched 45. Comfortable enough. But don't get attached. Rain fills in across Puget Sound through the afternoon. Highs top out at 54 degrees with south winds around 6 to 10 miles an hour. That damp chill finds every zipper. Tonight the rain cranks up a notch. Lows hold near 47 degrees. Slide south to Olympia and Tacoma and it's the same soggy script. Rain all day, 54 degrees, lows settling near 45 tonight. Now flip the map east. Eastern Washington squeezes out one last dry afternoon. Partly sunny skies, highs pushing 58 degrees. Soak up every minute, because rain rolls in after 31 degrees tonight and lows drop to 43 degrees. Wednesday is where this story gets interesting. That front deepens. Rain goes statewide. Thunderstorms could rumble through Puget Sound between 1 and 4 P.M. Snow levels crash to 3,000 feet. Snoqualmie and Stevens Passes could pick up 2 to 4 inches. Folks heading over the passes, pack your chains. Looking ahead, rain shows up every single day through Monday. Temperatures hover in the low 50s. Then Monday night brings a plot twist. Cold air sneaks in and a rain snow mix could reach the lowlands. March doing March things. One bright spot. We're gaining over three minutes of daylight every day now. Spring equinox is just two weeks out. Tonight's full moon will have to fight through the clouds, but it's up there. Keep an umbrella in the car all week. You'll use it more than your phone. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Maine. I'm DJ Huzz. High pressure parked itself over the Pacific Northwest like a bouncer at the door. and it's not letting any storms through. That means we're in for a dry, warming weekend — the kind where you actually want to open the windows. In the next 24 hours. Right now. Puget Sound sits at 40 degrees under a gray blanket of clouds. but that's breaking up as we speak. By this afternoon, you're looking at mostly sunny skies and a high of 51 degrees. Winds stay light from the north at 3 to 10 miles an hour. Push east over the Cascades and Eastern Washington woke up colder at 30 degrees. Clear skies overnight means that sun's going to work fast today. You'll hit 51 degrees this afternoon, then drop back to 30 tonight under partly cloudy skies. Down in the South Sound, patchy fog is hanging around early. It should lift before daybreak. Expect mostly cloudy conditions today with a high of 51 degrees — a bit more cloud cover than Seattle, but still pleasant. Sunday keeps the good times rolling. Puget Sound climbs to 54 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Eastern Washington hits 52. South Sound reaches 56 degrees. A fantastic close to the weekend. The pattern flips Tuesday night. A trough moves in with lowland rain and mountain snow. Wednesday through Friday looks wet statewide. Snow levels drop to pass level, so winter driving conditions return over the Cascades. Soak in this quiet stretch. We're gaining over three minutes of daylight today. and the spring equinox is just 20 days out. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Stay safe, stay prepared. and enjoy the day.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Washington Weather Podcast — it's Thursday, February 26th. Step outside right now and that south wind will hit you like a wake-up call. Gusts to 25 miles an hour from Puget Sound north. It's loud and it's relentless. We're at 40 degrees under clear skies. But the state's split wide open today. Puget Sound starts at 42 and climbs to 51. South Sound sits cooler at 38, topping out at 50 this afternoon. Now head east of the Cascades and it's a completely different morning. Eastern Washington wakes up to 30 degrees with a wind chill that drops it to 23. That's the kind of cold that bites. By afternoon you'll hit 47 under mostly sunny skies. Rain arrives around noon for the western lowlands. Peaks around 5 P.M. Then tapers off after midnight. Eastern Washington stays bone dry through Friday. The North Cascades are under a Winter Weather Advisory until 4 A.M. Friday. Above 2,500 feet you're looking at up to 12 inches of snow. Winds gusting to 35 miles an hour could snap branches. If you're traveling the passes, expect full winter conditions. Tonight, western Washington holds in the upper 30s to low 40s. Eastern Washington drops to 33. Friday brings another round of rain to the west. Highs near 51 again. Then the weekend? Beautiful. High pressure slides in. Saturday brings partly sunny skies and 50 degrees. Sunday turns sunny with 52. Monday warms to 54 under mostly sunny skies. . Because Tuesday night into Wednesday our next system rolls through with rain statewide. One bright note — we're gaining over three minutes of daylight today. Sunrise at 6:57 A.M., sunset at 5:50 P.M. Spring equinox is just three weeks out. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Washington Weather Podcast — it's Wednesday, February 25th. Step outside right now and you're looking at 34 degrees under clear skies. Peaceful. Quiet. That changes fast. Around the Puget Sound, you start with sunshine. Then rain rolls in after 3 P.M. Temperatures climb to 50 degrees by 4 P.M. Those showers peak around 10 P.M. tonight — 40 percent chance — then taper off after 1 A.M. Overnight lows drop to 37 degrees around 5 A.M. South-southeast winds steady at 10 miles an hour all day. Down in the South Sound? Same rain, different timing. Showers arrive around noon and wrap up by 3 P.M. You'll hit 49 degrees by 4 P.M. Tonight cools to 34 degrees around 3 A.M. Now head east and it's a completely different world. Eastern Washington stays bone dry through the next 24 hours. Patchy fog clears by 8 A.M. Then partly sunny skies take over. Highs reach 44 degrees by 2 P.M. Tonight drops to 33 degrees around 6 A.M. Southwest winds around 10 miles an hour, gusting to 29. Thursday brings rain likely across western Washington — 60 percent chance — with highs near 51 degrees. That wet pattern continues Friday before we catch a break. Saturday turns partly sunny and dry. Sunday? Gorgeous. Full sunshine with highs climbing to 53 degrees. That beautiful stretch holds through Monday and Tuesday, with highs reaching the mid-50s. If you're heading out early, grab that jacket. The chill bites before the warmth kicks in. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Washington Weather Podcast — it's Tuesday, February 24th. If you stepped outside this morning, you felt it. That damp, heavy air clinging to everything. We're sitting at 39 degrees under a blanket of gray that's not going anywhere fast. The good news? We're gaining daylight like crazy. Sunrise hit at 7:00:40 A.M., sunset comes at 5:47:21 P.M.. And we've added three minutes and 21 seconds since yesterday. Spring's creeping closer.. Just not today. Down in Puget Sound, you're looking at a classic Pacific Northwest day. Moist, mild, moody. You'll hit 47 degrees around 4 P.M., then slide back to 39 by 2 A.M. There's a slight chance of rain around 3 A.M., but we're talking sprinkles, not soakers. Winds stay light, shifting from north-northwest to southeast around 6 P.M. Tonight drops to 37 degrees with that same lingering drizzle. Head east and winter's still got a grip. Rain and snow mix through 9 A.M., with the heaviest stuff around 3 A.M. Temperatures hover near freezing — 35 degrees at 7 A.M., climbing to just 42 by 3 P.M. But here's the kicker. It'll feel like 30 degrees around 3 A.M. Thanks to that damp chill that cuts right through your jacket. Tonight, more of the same. Lows around 32 with rain and snow tapering off. South Sound sees rain chances peak early — 45 percent around 3 A.M. — before backing off. Highs reach 46 degrees by 2 P.M., then drop to 36 by 1 A.M. By then it'll feel like 31 degrees. Here's your week ahead. Wednesday brings likely rain, especially around Puget Sound, with winds gusting to 21 miles an hour. Thursday? More rain, highs stuck in the 40s and 50s. But Saturday finally breaks the pattern. Mostly sunny skies return. And by Sunday we're back to 50 degrees. Monday flirts with 51 — a real taste of early spring. Roads are slick this morning. Watch for puddles freezing overnight, especially east of the Cascades. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Washington Weather Podcast — it's Monday, February 23rd. You woke up to 0.22 inches of rain in your gauge. And right now it's 44 degrees with drizzle that just won't quit. But this isn't your average gray Monday.. This is the opening scene of a week-long weather saga. Here's what's happening. A low-pressure system off the coast is dumping moisture straight into Washington, but it's playing favorites. Puget Sound and South Sound? You're getting steady rain all afternoon. Highs hit 49 degrees around 1 P.M., then drop to 39 overnight. Eastern Washington? You're getting the colder, messier version. Rain flips to snow by midday, especially in the mountains. Winter Weather Advisories are up until 1 P.M. For Stevens Pass, Snoqualmie. And the Cascades. We're talking 8 to 12 inches above 3,000 feet, with snow falling at 1 inch per hour. If you're commuting through the passes this morning, take it slow. Tonight, the rain tapers off west of the Cascades. Eastern Washington stays chilly — lows in the low 30s with lingering mountain snow. Winds shift southeast around 8 P.M., pulling in cooler air. Tomorrow brings round two: more rain for the lowlands, more snow for the passes. Then Wednesday through Friday, the winds show up. Gusts hit 35 to 40 miles an hour — strong enough to rattle trees and slow down high-profile vehicles. And yes, more mountain snow is coming. The week ahead? A slow drying trend by the weekend, but not before one last punch of rain and wind on Thursday. Temperatures hover in the upper 40s to low 50s — warmer than normal for late February. Sunrise today at 7:02 A.M., sunset at 5:45 P.M. We're gaining 3 minutes and 21 seconds of daylight. Spring is crawling closer. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Washington Weather Podcast — it's Sunday, February 22nd. If you woke up to rain tapping your window, you're not alone. We picked up nearly a fifth of an inch overnight. And the clouds are just getting warmed up. Right now, the Puget Sound and South Sound are locked in a steady rain that's not letting up. Temperatures sit in the low 40s, climbing to 51 degrees by 3 PM. But here's the thing: that rain? It sticks around all day and peaks at 98 percent tonight around midnight. If you're heading out later, bring the rain jacket — this isn't a sprinkle. Head east and it's a completely different story. Spokane and Wenatchee wake up at 30 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. Then watch the thermometer rocket to 51 degrees by afternoon before crashing back to the 30s overnight. Rain moves in around 1 AM, turning to snow in the higher elevations. The Cascades are already under a Winter Weather Advisory until 10 AM Monday. Stevens Pass and Mt. Baker could see 5 to 10 inches of snow — heavy at times, up to an inch per hour. If you're crossing the mountains tonight or tomorrow, check conditions first. The wind. A Wind Advisory runs until 10 AM for the Puget Sound foothills, the coast. And the San Juans. Gusts could hit 45 miles an hour — strong enough to knock down branches and flicker your lights. It eases by afternoon, but it's a rowdy start. Looking at the week ahead, this unsettled pattern isn't going anywhere. Monday and Tuesday bring more rain to the lowlands and more snow in the Cascades. Wednesday might give us a slight break, but models are eyeing another round of gusty winds by Thursday. Stay tuned. If this weather update helped you plan your day, share it with a friend who could use a heads-up. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly, and welcome to the Washington Weather Podcast. It's Saturday, February 17th, and folks, the state is running two completely different weather engines today. Here's the deal. Step outside in the Puget Sound and you're feeling 37 degrees with a slight chance of showers. Not terrible. Now drive east over the Cascades and the thermometer drops to 25 degrees. Bone dry, but the kind of cold that stings your knuckles before you finish pumping gas. Down in the South Sound, you're stuck in the gray at 34 degrees. Rain is likely all day. That's your Saturday. Grab the rain jacket, not the umbrella. Wind will win that fight. Tonight things quiet down across the board. Puget Sound dips into the mid 30s. Eastern Washington falls to the low 20s. Your car windshield will need a good scrape tomorrow morning. South Sound stays damp with lows in the low 30s. Sunday brings a subtle shift. Puget Sound climbs back to the upper 30s. Eastern Washington stays stubborn cold, highs only in the mid 20s. South Sound finally dries out, but you'll want a warm layer because highs barely crack the mid 30s. Here's your heads up for the week ahead. We stay unsettled with more rain chances rolling in midweek. No Arctic blast coming, but no warm up either. Temperatures hold steady, treading water in the 30s. The bright spot? We're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight each day. Sunrise at 6:32 A.M., sunset at 5:20 P.M. That light at the end of the tunnel is literally getting bigger. Air quality sits at moderate today, so sensitive groups, you'll want to take it easy outside. One more thing. If this forecast helped you plan your Saturday, share it with a neighbor. Word of mouth keeps us going. Bundle up out there. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. Take care!