Temperatures Near 80 By The Weekend, Forecasters Say

SEATTLE, WA — A few patches of rain should clear up after Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service, likely setting the groundwork for the warmest weather of the year leading into Mother's Day.

After a quiet Monday, Tuesday is forecast for a slight chance of rain, with an even higher likelihood in the cards for most Wednesday. Tuesday is forecast for highs in the upper 60s before dropping down to the 50s Wednesday.

Forecasters expect Thursday will kick off a multi-day streak of "abundant sunshine" and warmth building into the weekend.

"Thursday is a bit of a rebound day after Wednesday's cooler conditions," wrote Matthew Cullen, a meteorologist at NWS Seattle. "Friday and Saturday will then see the lowlands reach the mid 70s to perhaps even around 80, with Saturday likely the warmest day."

The coming heat is well-timed for Washington, where coronavirus-related restrictions on outdoor recreation ease Tuesday. Under the governor's updated guidance, outdoor activities may resume on state lands, with appropriate physical distancing and health precautions. Inslee said visitors should continue to limit their trips to include only those in their immediate households.

Washington State Parks said more than 100 parks will reopen for visitors Tuesday, excluding the Columbia River Gorge and coastal beaches. In King County, parks officials are still working on a plan for phased-in reopening for all parks, trails and facilities that have been closed for more than a month. Pierce County will reopen all parks by Tuesday.

Learn more about the modified limits on outdoor recreation here.