Seattle Weather Forecast King 5 (2024)

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What kind of weather is Seattle having? ›

Partly cloudy skies. Low 56F. Winds light and variable.

TODAY... Mostly cloudy until late afternoon then becoming mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. Light wind becoming west to 10 mph in the afternoon.

KING 5, a broadcast media company and NBC affiliate based in Seattle, WA, is one of the strongest and most trusted brands in the Pacific Northwest.

Seattle has 266 days of overcast skies a year, yet averages 150 days of rain. Seattle has low wind speeds throughout the year, averaging 0-10mph. The majority of wind comes from the South; in the Summer and Fall, wind may blow from the NW.

If you're comfortable with cooler temperatures or wetter weather, the shoulder months of April–May or September–October can be a perfect time to visit the Emerald City with fewer crowds. There is no shortage of great things to do in Seattle, or beautiful sights to see.

Seattle has a lot going for it, including the vibrant arts and culture scene; the thriving coffee, beer, and dining options; all kinds of wonderful natural parks and preserves to explore; and lots of good jobs.

Winthrop and Mazama recorded the coldest temperature ever measured in Washington state at –48 °F (–44.4 °C) on December 30, 1968. The hottest temperature recorded in Winthrop was 109 °F (42.8 °C) on June 30, 2021, but frosts can occur even in summer.

In Western Washington, the Pacific Ocean offers a cooling influence, resulting in comfortably warm temperatures for much of summer. Moving inland and east of the Cascades, temperatures trend on the higher end. During July and August, cities throughout the state can see days reaching 100 degrees.

KING 5 is owned and operated by TEGNA Inc., an innovative media company that serves the greater good of its communities.

KCPQ (channel 13) is a television station licensed to Tacoma, Washington, United States, serving as the Fox network outlet for the Seattle area.

How old is King TV? ›

History. Channel 5 first took to the air as KRSC-TV on November 25, 1948, becoming the first television station in the Pacific Northwest (within six years, it became the Pacific Northwest's first color broadcaster on July 1, 1954). The station was originally owned by Palmer K.

Seattle's housing expenses are 112% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 2% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 29% higher than the national average. Seattle has grocery prices that are 16% higher than the national average.

Delightfully known as the “Emerald City”, Seattle got its nickname from its lush greenery. The city and surrounding areas are filled with greenery all year round echoing Washington State's moniker as the Evergreen State. Alas, Emerald City isn't its only nickname.

weather —NYC gets very hot, and very cold, Seattle is much milder. NYC is often sunny, Seattle is rarely sunny except Summer, which is very short. Seattle doesn't often get many storms. Almost no snow.

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SEATTLE — Puget Sound Extended Forecast. Monday: Morning clouds with patchy fog and a little spotty drizzle, turning partly sunny this afternoon. Morning lows i...

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345 FXUS66 KSEW 082154 AFDSEW Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Seattle WA 254 PM PDT Sun Sep 8 2024 .SYNOPSIS...A cooling trend has commenced a...

The climate of Seattle is temperate, classified in the warm-summer (in contrast to hot-summer) subtype of the Mediterranean zone by the most common climate classification (Köppen: Csb) although some sources put the city in the oceanic zone (Trewartha: Do).

Snow and Ice Outlook

There are currently no active snow events at this location.

Seattle weather can often be unpredictable with fog and rain in the morning and sunshine and clear skies in the afternoon. Therefore, you should always wear layers so you can add or remove as the climate suggests. Bring a lightweight raincoat, comfortable walking shoes, jeans, long sleeve shirt or jacket and a t-shirt.

Think hot. This summer, Seattle has a 40-50% chance of temperatures being higher than normal.