We have enjoyed a beautiful start to December, with sunny conditions and highs in the upper 50s! However, December will show its true colors this week (and beyond), as an active weather pattern will set in with rain, breezy winds, and lots of clouds.
Tuesday will contain the most rain we’ve received in a couple weeks. Take a look at the UW WRF forecast model, showing precipitation from 4 AM Tuesday to 4 AM Wednesday.
There’s a chance of some breezy weather (gusts 15-30 mph) on Tuesday as well.
Wednesday through Friday will be a bit drier, with 0.1-0.4 inches of rain during these three days.
Rain and possible winds return Saturday, when more rain (0.5-2.0 inches) and possible winds (gusts 30-45 mph) are possible. Those details are still uncertain, but stay tuned!
Many signals are pointing to us having above average precipitation through late December. Take a look at the GFS model precipitation forecast through December 24th. (Image via tropicaltidbits.com)
Since this is a long-range forecast (rule of thumb: these aren’t exact) I’d liken it to a “generalization” of our precipitation totals. The model (color key on right) gives the Western Washington lowlands 4-8 inches of rain. Not that far off for this time of year.
Additionally, the NWS Climate Prediction Center calls for a 60-70% chance of above average precipitation from December 15th-21st.
So, what does this mean? More rain is on the way. To prove it...take a look at the 10-day forecast from weather.com for Puyallup. You’re about to see a lot of one icon.
You guessed it...the rain icon. The percentages on the right are the chances of rain. Lots of 50+ percent chances of rain.
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