Seattle Expected Record Warmup Near 85 Degrees Wednesday

Seattle is expecting its first 80-degree day of 2025 on Wednesday, with temperatures forecasted to reach as high as 85 degrees, marking the warmest day of the year so far and 10 to 15 degrees above normal. This heat wave is part of a brief warm-up driven by a ridge of high pressure, with temperatures expected to drop into the mid- to upper 60s on Thursday alongside a chance of light rain showers, before warming again to the low to mid-70s over the weekend. The warmest day will be welcomed by outdoor enthusiasts, coinciding with extreme low tides in the Puget Sound region, though it falls short of historical record highs. Meanwhile, parts of central Newfoundland are also experiencing an early summer surge, with highs reaching up to 27 degrees, potentially breaking daily temperature records, though the warmth will only last a few days before cooler conditions return. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration advises residents in Seattle to take precautions during the warm weather, such as staying hydrated and watching vulnerable populations. Overall, both regions are experiencing short-lived but notable warm spells amid otherwise typical spring weather patterns.