KIRO Newsradio staff
‘Godzilla El Niño’: What a potentially historic weather pattern means for western Washington
From the United Nations to local forecasters, concern is growing about a potentially historic El Niño.19 hours ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
Weather improving just in time for Labor Day
We’re heading into a pretty nice Labor Day weekend, but there are still a few showers to keep an eye on — especially around the mountains.1 day ago
Charlie Harger
Incoming storm could bring down tree limbs across region. And Seattle may have seen its last 80-degree day this year
A fall storm arriving in the Seattle area Wednesday afternoon could bring down tree limbs and knock out power across the Puget Sound region.3 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
Western Washington’s first fall-like storm arrives
This won’t be a major windstorm, but a combination of soaking rain, gusty winds, and the potential for thunderstorms will make for a notably unsettled couple of days.3 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
September is here, and big changes are coming to the weather
September is here, and it’s bringing some big changes to our weather. We’ve been stuck in a remarkably persistent stretch of summer, with every high temperature since July 16 reaching at least 70 degrees.4 days ago
Ted Buehner
Labor Day weekend forecast: Drier weather and some sunshine expected after midweek rain
Higher pressure aloft is forecast to build over Washington as the Labor Day weekend unfolds.4 days ago
Ted Buehner
11 years after the strongest summer windstorm on record, a new system heads for western WA
On Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, the strongest summer windstorm on record swept through western Washington.8 days ago
Aaron Granillo
Storm system headed for western Washington as summer fades
The sun slipped below the horizon at 8 p.m. this week for the first time since mid-April — a sign that our summer days are numbered.8 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
Rain finally returns for some Friday night, cooler temps
It’s been nearly a month since our last measurable rain, but that dry stretch is finally coming to an end for some of us.8 days ago
Nate Connors
Blood moon, partial eclipse visible tonight in Washington
The best blood moon in North America until 2028 peaks tonight at 9:12 p.m., with 96.2% of the lunar surface passing through Earth's shadow.9 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
Rain, it has been a while!
The weather pattern is finally starting to change after a long stretch of warm and dry weather — rain is back.9 days ago
Ted Buehner
With cooler weather inbound, was Tuesday western WA’s last hot day of the year?
The next 10 days reflect much cooler weather with a growing threat of showers. Yes, some potential wet weather may be in store during a summer that has been quite dry.10 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
Where did summer go?
We could see a little drizzle Wednesday morning before the clouds slowly break up and sunshine returns in the afternoon.10 days ago
Chief Meteorologist Morgan Palmer, KIRO 7 News
After Tuesday’s heat, cooler temperatures are likely into September
After a much warmer-than-normal start to the summer season in June, July and August have been much more "typical" for average temperatures across the region.11 days ago
Tim Hohl, KIRO Newsradio
WA closing in on 1 million acres burned as drought fuels one of state’s worst wildfire seasons
Washington’s drought is making an already busy wildfire season worse, and the outlook into fall is not encouraging.12 days ago
Ted Buehner
70% chance western WA’s upcoming El Niño winter will be a ‘record event’
The latest seasonal weather outlook for the nation, including Western Washington, was recently released and reflects an ongoing strengthening El Niño heading into this winter.12 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7 News
Smoke and haze increasing Monday, decreasing Tuesday as temperatures rise
In a calm weather pattern with plenty of sunshine, increasing smoke and haze will be the weather story Monday.12 days ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Level 3 evacuations in Yakima County for Colwash Fire
Level 3 GO NOW evacuations are in effect in Yakima County for the Colwash Fire.13 days ago
Chief Meteorologist Morgan Palmer, KIRO 7 News
High risk of thunderstorms sparking new fires this weekend
There is a high risk of new fire starts over the coming days — through the weekend into next week — as thunderstorms are once again forecast to dot the landscape of Washington.14 days ago
Jason Sutich
Wildfire smoke triggers Air Quality Alert for 33 WA cities
An Air Quality Alert was issued Wednesday for several cities in central and northeastern Washington due to wildfire smoke sweeping through the area.16 days ago
Chief Meteorologist Morgan Palmer, KIRO 7 News
Pinpoint Alert for Saturday thunderstorm threat across Washington
There's potential for lightning in the mountains and even in some lowland locations, with the threat to those outdoors as well as the potential for lightning strikes to start new fires.16 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
‘Mainly mountain’ thunderstorms could move west Friday into the weekend
Enjoy the late-summer sunshine this week, as thunderstorms could strike western Washington starting Friday into the weekend.17 days ago
Aaron Granillo
Firefighters make progress on wildfire near Mount Rainier’s Sunrise Visitor Center
Firefighters are gaining ground on a wildfire burning near one of Mount Rainier's most popular destinations, the Sunrise Visitor Center.19 days ago
Meteorologist Nick Allard, KIRO 7
Weather: This week brings nice, but shorter days as summer drifts away
Summer is still hanging on, but we’re starting to lose daylight pretty quickly now. We’re nearly two months past the summer solstice.19 days ago
