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Midwest Expects 'Perfect' Thursday, Seattle Hits 14-Day Streak
Seattle reaches a 14-day nice weather streak, while St. Louis and Des Moines prepare for a rare 'Perfect' weather day this Thursday.
Seattle's 14-Day Streak and a Rare 'Perfect' Thursday for the Midwest
Happy Monday, y'all. While the Gulf Coast is dodging a stubborn frontal boundary and heavy rain today, a massive area of high pressure is settling over the central and eastern United States. That means sinking air, clear skies, and a whole lot of really comfortable weather to plan your week around.
If you want to check the exact scores for your hometown, you can always use our interactive Nice Weather outlook page.
Seattle's Incredible Run
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you might be wondering if you woke up in a different climate. Cities like Seattle, Everett, and Bellevue are officially riding a 14-day streak of nice weather. Today is no exception, landing firmly in the "Beautiful" category.
Afternoon highs will top out in the low 70s with exceptionally dry air in place, making it feel crisp and comfortable. The only minor complaint is a steady 11 mph breeze, but it is hard to argue with zero percent rain chances. Just remember that the UV index is sitting at 7.3 today, so grab some sunscreen if you are hitting the trails or taking a long walk.
Tuesday Shines in the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic
By Tuesday, the absolute best weather in the country shifts over the central Great Lakes, the Ohio Valley, and the Mid-Atlantic. Philadelphia, Columbus, Washington D.C., and Nashville are all looking at a "Beautiful" designation.
What makes Tuesday stand out is the sheer lack of clouds. We are looking at maybe 9 percent cloud cover for the entire region. Highs will hover right around a highly comfortable 74 degrees. If you are heading to the ballpark Tuesday evening to watch the Nationals play the Reds in Cincinnati or the Rockies visit the Pirates in Pittsburgh, you could not ask for better outdoor sports weather.
A Flawless Thursday for the Midwest
As we look deeper into the week, Thursday is the day you need to circle on your calendar if you live in the Midwest. The data is pointing to a localized zone of "Perfect" weather right over places like St. Louis, Missouri, and Des Moines and Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
It is genuinely hard to achieve a "Perfect" score in our system, but Thursday pulls it off. The recipe includes afternoon highs near 72 degrees, flawless humidity with dewpoints around 52 degrees, and winds relaxing to a gentle 9 mph. This is the exact kind of day you want to block off for a long patio lunch or an evening bike ride before cloud cover starts to increase again heading into the weekend.
Enjoy the sunshine, y'all, and keep an eye on the skies if you live near the Gulf Coast.