Washington Weather Forecast: Christmas Day And Beyond

SEATTLE, WA — On the heels of a wild streak of weather, Christmas Day looks to be a quiet one for most of us in Western Washington. Forecasters say there is is a chance for some light rain showers Christmas morning, but no significant precipitation is expected. The clouds should give way to mostly sunny conditions later in the day. Christmas afternoon is forecast for calm weather with highs in the low 40s in the Seattle and Tacoma area. Overnight lows should stay above freezing for most of the lowlands.

According to the National Weather Service, snow levels could drop as low as 1,000 feet Christmas morning, meaning there's a slight chance for some flurries on the hilltops and in the mountains. NWS Seattle said the historical odds for a White Christmas in Western Washington typically land between 0 and 10 percent, with slightly higher chances in the mountains and Eastern Washington. It last snowed on Christmas in Seattle in 2017.

The day after Christmas is slated to stay sunny and dry for most before a few rain showers return Thursday night and into the weekend. Earlier forecasts left a small chance of a rain/snow mix in Pierce County and on the Eastside. However, the latest outlook shows any moisture will likely stay as rain. According to the National Weather Service, snow levels will remain in the 1,000 to 2,000 feet range, so there is a chance for a few inches of snow at pass level without notable accumulation.

NWS meteorologists said temperatures are on-track to remain normal through the week, with no significant weather events on tap in the near future.

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