Ted Buehner
Flood season returns: Why a ‘100-year flood’ can happen any year
Discover why a 100-year flood can occur any year in Western Washington and its impact during flood season.10 months ago
Heather Bosch
California’s atmospheric river pushing showers into PNW
An atmospheric river that's soaking southern California is pushing wet weather up into the Pacific Northwest.11 months ago
Ted Buehner
What is an ‘atmospheric river’? The science behind the term flooding forecasts
There has been a lot of talk about the term "atmospheric river" in the last month or so. Some feel the term is now being overused or even misused. So what is an atmospheric river?11 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
Seattle meteorologist Scott Sistek predicts strong start to WA ski season
Fall weather is winding down as we get toward the end of November, and with the cold winter weather on the horizon, how much snow will be seen in Washington?11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Marysville sky phenomenon explained: What caused the bizarre ‘hole-punch cloud’?
Looking up at the Saturday afternoon sky, many residents saw what appeared to be a massive tear in the clouds above Marysville.11 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Northern Lights spotted in Tuesday’s night sky throughout western WA
The aurora borealis is lighting up the night, thanks to a relatively clear sky over western Washington Tuesday evening.11 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle faces cool, rainy week ahead after rare warm October weekend
After Seattle and the surrounding Puget Sound region nearly set a record for the warmest Oct. 9 on record, light rainfall will kick off the work week.11 months ago
Heather Bosch
Study: Wildfire smoke may increase the risk of pre-term births
Researchers theorize that inhaled wildfire smoke particles can enter a woman's bloodstream and interfere with the development of the placenta.11 months ago
Ted Buehner
Heavy rain, accompanied by thunder and lightning, pummelled Seattle Wednesday evening
Hail, thunder, lightning, strong gusts of wind, and rain struck Seattle Wednesday evening.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Sistek: NOAA denies Hurricane Hunter flight for WA storm as La Niña boosts Seattle snow chances
A Hurricane Hunter flight won’t be tracking this week’s West Coast storm, according to NOAA. Seattle weather blogger Scott Sistek says that despite the denial, La Niña is giving the region a good shot at snow this winter.11 months ago
Ted Buehner
November historically the wettest month of the year in WA, kicks off ‘The Big Dark’
Welcome to November, historically the wettest month of the year. Combined with the change to standard time over the weekend, some also refer to this month as the beginning of the "Big Dark" as sunsets now fall well before 5 p.m.11 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Atmospheric river hits western WA on Halloween
An atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rain to western Washington, beginning Friday evening — the night of Halloween.11 months ago
Julia Dallas
Gain sleep, lose sunlight: Clocks will fall back Sunday as 4 p.m. sunsets begin
Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends Sunday, November 2, and clocks will fall back one hour. Subsequently, 4 p.m. sunsets begin next week.11 months ago
Heather Bosch
Scary forecast on tap for Halloween
This Halloween is expected to feature a frighteningly wet forecast for the Puget Sound region.11 months ago
Julia Dallas
Two earthquakes strike off Oregon coast, one reaching 5.4 magnitude
Two earthquakes struck off the Oregon coast today. Learn more about their impact and how to stay prepared for future tremors.11 months ago
Associated Press
Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba after pummeling Jamaica with record wind speeds
Heavy floodwaters swept across southwestern Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa came ashore as a catastrophic Category 5 storm.11 months ago
Chief Meteorologist Morgan Palmer, KIRO 7 News
Rain and wind to settle overnight into Wednesday morning
Rain will end Wednesday morning before daybreak, with the weather being more tranquil through Thursday as all eyes look toward the atmospheric river inbound just in time for Halloween.11 months ago
Chief Meteorologist Morgan Palmer, KIRO 7 News
Temperatures dip into the 30s on Tuesday morning, what to expect this Halloween week
With some fog in spots on Tuesday morning, temperatures will be in the 40s with some upper 30s in some of the colder spots.11 months ago
Heather Bosch
Brace for a stormy weekend in Western Washington
Western Washington is in for a wet and blustery weekend.11 months ago
Ted Buehner
Atmospheric river to bring heavy rain, 50 mph winds to WA this weekend
A strong atmospheric river will bring significant rain and winds to WA, impacting weather across Western Washington soon.11 months ago
Jason Sutich
Fog descends on Seattle, creating eerie morning commute
A blanket of fog descended on the greater Seattle area Wednesday morning, slightly reducing visibility for drivers' morning commute.11 months ago
Ted Buehner
From sunshine to showers: Weekend brings cooler, wetter conditions
After sunny days, expect a return to typical fall weather with rain and cooler temperatures this weekend. Prepare for soggy conditions.12 months ago
Julia Dallas
Weather service warns of potential atmospheric river next week
NWS Seattle warns of a potential atmospheric river impacting the region starting mid-next week. Stay informed for updates.12 months ago
Frank Sumrall
ALCS Game 4 to stay dry despite two weeks of rain ahead
Despite rain expected to occur, to some degree, throughout 12 of the next 14 days, expect dry conditions at T-Mobile Park during a critical Game 4 of the ALCS.12 months ago
