Burn bans hit 8 Western WA counties ahead of Fourth of July
It may be relatively cool with considerable cloudiness for much of this week, yet many areas now have burn bans in place.2 months ago
Today is the 5-year anniversary of the historic 2021 PNW heat dome, could it happen again?
It has been five years this week since the historic "heat dome" parked over the Pacific Northwest during the last week of June, surging temperatures well past all-time record highs.3 months ago
90-degree days are back in western Washington, and more are coming as summers grow longer
This week, another surge of unseasonably ‘hot’ weather makes it likely that temperatures will reach 90 degrees again, and it's only June.3 months ago
Temps could exceed 90 degrees as the longest day of the year arrives in western WA
The summer solstice this weekend is early on Sunday morning, the 21st at 1:24 a.m., marking the longest day of the year in Seattle.3 months ago
Does Seattle need AC? Western WA averaging more than double the 90-degree days it had a generation ago
The recent spell of ‘hot’ weather and the likelihood of more hot weather begs the question — is air-conditioning needed in western Washington?3 months ago
Western WA heat wave: 90 degree-day prompts heat advisory during first Seattle World Cup match
The hottest weather of the year thus far is here, but relief from this late spring heat wave lies ahead for the rest of the week.3 months ago
Seattle’s hottest weekend of 2026 arrives just in time for the First World Cup match Monday
Monday is the first World Cup game to be held on the pitch at Seattle Stadium starting at 12 p.m., meaning it will be during the hottest time of the day.3 months ago
Get ready for a big warm-up: Record-breaking temps could crack 90 degrees in parts of western WA
It may be cool and wet now, but a big change to much warmer and drier weather is in store by this weekend and into early next week.3 months ago
137 years after the Great Seattle Fire, could it happen again after another warm, dry summer?
Saturday, June 6, marks the date of the tragic 1889 Great Seattle Fire that burned 25 blocks of downtown waterfront Seattle 137 years ago. Could it happen again?3 months ago
‘The best night of my life’: 1,400 athletes shine at Special Olympics Washington spring games
Special Olympics Washington held their annual Spring Games over the weekend.3 months ago
D-Day’s secret weapon was a weather forecast — and a new movie finally tells that story
The movie "Pressure" joins this elite list of weather-related films. "Pressure" debuts this weekend in theaters nationwide.3 months ago
Weather whiplash: Sunshine won’t last long before rain rolls in Friday
Brace for weather whiplash! There will be plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures Thursday before a big weather change Friday.3 months ago
El Niño to suppress upcoming hurricane season, but Pacific storms could be more active
The National Hurricane Center and its parent organization, NOAA, just released this season’s hurricane outlook. The season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30.4 months ago
Memorial Day weekend forecast: Enjoy Saturday before rain moves in Monday
Memorial Day weekend weather can be iffy. Some of these summer holiday weekends have been dry with sunshine, while others offer soggy outdoor activities.4 months ago
46 years ago; KIRO Newsradio meteorologist recalls the fateful day of Mt. St. Helens eruption
Meteorologist Ted Buehner recalls the day Mt. St. Helens erupted in 1980.4 months ago
Wildfire season could start early in WA after driest spring in years, forecasters warn
The current dry conditions and meager mountain snowpack point toward an early start for the wildfire season, according to the National Interagency Fire Center.4 months ago
Expect sunshine, warm temperatures, and no rain in Western WA this Mother’s Day weekend
Mother’s Day is on Sunday this weekend. The weather promises to provide Mom with some sunshine to brighten her special day.4 months ago
Asian needle ant with potentially life-threatening sting spreading across Pacific Northwest
Gardeners, hikers, agricultural growers, and more – a heads up! There is a new bug in town – the Asian needle ant.4 months ago
Seattle breaks 30-year heat record as Western WA enjoys warmest days of 2026
SEA broke its daily record high of 77 degrees set in 1992, climbing to 81 degrees. Olympia topped out at 84 degrees, topping its previous record high of 80 set in 1992.4 months ago
Perfect weather on tap for the opening of boating season in Seattle
The weather for the opening of boating season could not be more ideal.4 months ago
Where did the sun go? Clouds blanket region but warmth will return by Thursday
Many are asking – what happened to western Washington's weekend sunshine, and are the clouds here to stay?5 months ago
Dry, sunny stretch ahead for Western WA with limited rain through early May
After a few days of spring showers and below-average high temperatures this week, sunshine is expected to return in time for the final weekend of April.5 months ago
From snow to sunshine: Western WA warms up after wintry spring blast
More spring-like weather is set to return for the rest of this week, just in time for the first 8 p.m. sunset of the year Thursday night.5 months ago
