Jet Shift Brings Quieter Weather After a Wet Week in the Northwest
Jet Shift Brings Quieter Weather After a Wet Week in the Northwest
US · Published Dec 11, 2025
Rainfall intensity decreases in Western Washington, with 1-2 inches expected in the Cascades.
Flood Watches remain in place due to recent heavy rainfall; residents should stay alert.
A northward-shifting jet stream brings mostly dry weather this weekend, with winds gradually weakening.
Quieter weather arrives after a wet week
The Pacific Northwest is experiencing a welcome shift towards quieter weather after a particularly wet week. Rainfall intensity is expected to decrease today, although Western Washington will continue to see light to moderate rain. The Cascade Mountains are forecast to receive 1 to 2 inches of rain, while lower elevations can expect around 0.5 to 1 inch.
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