Fire Weather Concerns; Record Warmth Spreads

The Plains to the mid-Mississippi Valley continue with warm and dry conditions. Any fires that initiate could spread quickly. The warm temperatures will expand across the Southern Plains into the Southwest where numerous records are expected through the weekend. Meanwhile, a cold front will move southward across the northern Plains and Great Lakes region where some snow will develop this weekend. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Feb 27, 2026 at 6:14:19 am PST

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

National Weather Service Seattle/Tacoma, WA

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There are no watches, warnings, or advisories at this time.

Gusty Winds

Friday will feature breezy winds regionwide. Winds will be breezy to windy across the exposed areas of the Columbia Basin with gusts to 30-40 mph at times during the afternoon. There is a 60-80% chance for wind gusts of 50+ mph on ridges in the east slopes of the Washington Cascades and northern mountains. Gusty winds will create impacts for travelers, especially those in high profile vehicles. Additionally, lightweight objects may blow around.