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Seattle hit record 95 degrees on Wednesday

Seattle hit record 95 degrees on Wednesday

Seattle hit record 95 degrees on Wednesday

Wednesday was the hottest June 12 in Seattle history at 95 degrees.

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5 things to know about Seattle’s record heat

Seattle could experience the hottest day of the year Wednesday. Here are 5 things you need to know to get through the stretch of warm weather.

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5 places to avoid the heat

(Mostly) local suggestions for how to get some cool relief over the upcoming heat.

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20 tips and hacks for staying cool during a Pacific Northwest heat wave

Summer-like temperatures arrive this week, with the Puget Sound region likely to see highs in the 80s and even low 90s.

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It's hot, but water temperatures are still cold around the Northwest

Cold water is considered anything less than 70 degrees Fahrenheit because the risk for death after submersion is high.

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How to stay cool in hot weather

When it gets above 85 degrees in Seattle, it can get uncomfortable if you don't have AC. Here's a few unconventional tips to keep your home cool.

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Hot weather records: The history of Seattle's heat waves

Here’s a look back at some of Seattle’s most sweltering moments.

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What is the summer solstice?

The official start of summer is approaching fast. Here are some fun facts about the summer solstice.

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Seattle has 3rd warmest spring on record

If you’ve been feeling the heat these last few months, it’s not just you.

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Canadian wildfires cause hazy skies in Spokane, North Idaho

Wildfire smoke has drifted into Spokane and North Idaho, leading to haze and diminished air quality.

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Seasonal lag will delay start to summer weather in western Washington

The summer solstice happens in June, but summer temperatures come later. Here's why.

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Sunny Memorial Day for Puget Sound on Monday

The sun returns Sunday, with warm temperatures for Memorial Day.

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Quakes you can't feel being recorded south of Seattle

Though not the 'main' event, researchers note dozens of tremors that you can't feel have happened in the Pacific Northwest over the past several weeks.

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Northwest interior to see clear skies for seasonal blue moon Saturday

The northwest interior and eastern Washington have the best chances of seeing a seasonal blue moon this weekend.

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Seattle hit 86 degrees on Friday - another new record

Friday soared to 86 degrees in Seattle, a new heat record for May 10.

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Prepare for another dry May in Washington with potential for 10-day stretch without rain

Weather models are predicting a dry start to May. A drop of rain could be 10 days away.

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Forecast calls for busy wildfire season along West Coast

Residents along the West Coast of the United States should be ready for another busy wildfire season, the National Interagency Fire Center said Wednesday.

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Seattle has driest start to the year in over a decade

The last time Seattle got less rain in the first four months of the year was in 2008.

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Look up! Pink moon and meteor shower over Washington this weekend

There's plenty of astronomical events happening in the sky the next few nights. And bonus: the weather will be clear enough this weekend for us to see the moon, planets, stars and more!

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Seattle breaks record for consecutive days of rain in April

On Sunday, Seattle broke the record for consecutive days of rain in April.

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Seattle could get more rain in the next 3 days than the past 3 weeks

Puget Sound had the second driest March on record, but April showers have arrived in full force.

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Washington snowpack unlikely to reach normal levels before summer begins

Below-normal snowfall has increased the chances of drought throughout much of Washington state.

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Greater potential for wildfire in western Washington into July

A national fire center’s report confirms what Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz predicted back in February: It’s going to be a very significant fire season.

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Seattle experiences second driest March in decades

With only 1.37 inches of rain, it was the second driest March on record.

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It's rainbow season in the Pacific Northwest

Rainbows are created by rain, and by sun.

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