08.18.2023

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🍂 We’ve got fall weather feels

Seattle’s fall 2024 weather forecast

Green Lake has to be one of our favorite places to enjoy the fall colors. | Photo by @bhatia_meenakshi

We know the question on your mind, Seattleites — when’s it going to get cool?

Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for September, October, and November. While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what fall will bring.

Reminder: The first day of fall is on September 23.

Untitled design (19).png — Charts are showing that a majority of the United States will see higher than average temperatures this fall.
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Map via NOAA Climate Prediction Center

Temperature

Think warm. This fall, Seattle has a 33-40% chance of temperatures being higher than normal.

Precipitation

Expect slightly less precipitation. Seattle has a 40-50% chance of seeing below average rainfall amounts this fall.

By the month: September

Typically, the cooling off begins with daily high temperatures averaging around 67°. However, NOAA has forecasted a 95% chance of an El Niño weather pattern continuing through the winter, which typically brings warm, dry conditions to the PNW during the colder months. Summer may last a little longer this year.

Also, while our daylight hours will become outweighed by the ones we spend in the dark after the Fall Equinox, we’ll still be getting a solid 12 hours in the sun for awhile. Soak it up while you can.

By the month: October

October plunges us down into a daily high temperature average of 59°. Definitely sweater weather by this point.

By the month: November

It’s certainly turkey carving season with a daily high temperature average of 51°. But this month also brings us the dreaded end of Daylight Saving Time on Sun., Nov. 6. On this day, we’ll see a 7 a.m. sunrise and the return of the infamous 4 p.m. sunsets. Yikes.

Asked

The most wonderful time of year to get out and explore the city is…

A. Spring
B. Summer
C. Fall
D. Winter

Vote here

Events

Friday, Aug. 18

LUSIO Lights Festival | Friday, Aug. 18-Saturday, Aug. 19 | 7-11 p.m. | Mary Olson Farm, 28728 Green River Rd. SE, Kent | Free | Explore a farm filled with light art installations of all types and a live DJ.
Startup and Small Business CoWorking | Friday, Aug. 18 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Bellevue City Hall, 450 110th Ave. NE, Bellevue | Free | Knock some things off your to-do list with other local business owners and entrepreneurs.

Saturday, Aug. 19

Columbia City Night Market | Saturday, Aug. 19, Saturday, Sept. 16 | 6-10 p.m. | Columbia City, 3702 S. Hudson St., Seattle | Free | Grab some bites and peruse the pop-up market that takes over South Hudson Street.
The Dope Show | Saturday, Aug. 19 | 8-10 p.m. | Halcyon Brewing Company, 8564 Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle | $20-$45 | A variety of nationally touring comedians perform their own bits, then get high and try to do it again.

Sunday, Aug. 20

All You Can Eat Dungeness Crab Night | Sunday, Aug. 20 | 6-10 p.m. | Queen Anne Beer Hall, 203 W. Thomas St., Seattle | $75 | The crabs will have just gotten off the boat a couple of days before time you eat them. Sides include salad, chowder, and freshly baked pretzels.
Mending and Repair Circle | Sunday, Aug. 20 | 4-6 p.m. | Sustainable Capitol Hill Tool Library, 1552 Crawford Place, Seattle | Free | Repair your your clothes or add a bit of flair to them with tools provided.

Events calendar here

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Travel

The cheapest US destinations to fly to, according to travel experts

A plane flying over a blue sky, possibly to a cheap US destination, with palm trees below.

Start dreaming of your next vacation. | Photo by Tom Cattini via Pexels

Our partners at Going search for cheap flights for a living (and then email you about them for free). Check out their list of the cheapest destinations in the US to fly to, including:

No. 3: San Francisco

Last year, the Going team found 89 flight deals here.
Fun fact: San Francisco International Airport has direct flights from 88 US cities.

No. 2: Los Angeles

Going finds ~10 deals per month to LA — like Chicago to LA for $138 roundtrip.

See the No. 1 cheapest place

News Notes

Environment

Shocking news here — the City of Seattle is launching a new electric truck pilot program to help improve air quality in the Duwamish Valley area, including Georgetown and South Park. To encourge local truck drivers to make the switch, the city will allocate $1.7 million to those who buy the new vehicles. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Sports

Wow, what a start. The Northeast Seattle team won its first game in the Little League World Series baseball tournament yesterday, 10-0. Keep an eye on the schedule for their next game and opponent.

Cause

Hyatt Regency Lake Washington is the latest local business to support those affected by the Maui fires with a supply drive. The hotel is collecting gently used household items, hygienic products, and non-perishable food items to send to the Maui Rapid Response organization.

Open

A new Korean burger shop is opening in Capitol Hill today. Galbi Burger, which has a location in Arlington, adds kimchi and Korean spicy slaw to the list of toppings. Burger lovers can find it at 219 Broadway E. (Capitol Hill Blog)

Concert

Just like a prayer, Madonna has announced rescheduled “Celebration” tour dates for her Climate Pledge Arena shows. The mega-pop star will stop by the Emerald City Saturday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 18. Tickets are still available. (425 Magazine)

Coming Soon

Hope you like chicken tenders, because national fast casual chain Raising Cane’s announced its second Seattle-area location. This new-new location will be in Renton at 250 Rainier Ave. S., joining one announced last week for the U District. No opening dates for either one have been announced. (Seattle Times)

Community

Seattle Parks and Rec is looking for community input on three new design concepts for the Rainier Community Center Play Area, which will have accessibility upgrades. The department will host a meeting at the Rainier Community Center on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Folks can submit feedback online.

Drink

Clink, clink — Ballard’s got a new bottle shop serving beers, ciders + wines, and now, food too. Ballard Beer Box is celebrating its summer debut with a full pizza menu, live DJ, and lots of cold drinks today from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. at its 2446 NW Market St. location. (My Ballard)

Finance

One card, all the perks. A $200 welcome bonus, unlimited cash back, and 0% interest into 2024 all with no annual fee almost sounds too good to be true — but this card has it all.*

Arts

🎨 Brushstrokes of genius

19 murals around Seattle, WA

You’ll see something new every time you look at this mural. | Photo by SEAtoday Staff

Brushes up. Seattle’s murals showcase some of the most talented local artists in our region. This summer, we’ve added a few new entries to our murals guide that really draw you in.

Untitled, 2008 First Ave. | By Stephen “ESPO” Powers
This one’s for the nerds — in addition to a bunch of references to local tech giants, this mural’s artist also launched an interactive app-based beacon near the piece.

Make it Count, 3507 Fremont Place N. | By Paul Nunn
If you immediately recognized the mustache on the wall, it means one of three things: you’re a bartender, a Tennessean, or maybe your liver needs a rest. Jack Daniels himself graces the side of Fremont’s Triangle Spirits.

Market Memories, Pike Place Market | By Billy King
What you can’t see is that another mural by the same artist sits just on the other side of this wall.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Alina

From the editor

Hi everyone — I’ll be gone for a few days while I go enjoy the summer breeze in a treehouse somewhere (my partner’s kept the actual spot a surprise). But don’t worry, I’ll be back next Thursday. Gabe’s got you until then.

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