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Washington commuters step into a damp, gray morning as rain taps windshields and puddles spread along curbs. In Seattle, the first Monday of 2026 starts wet and chilly, with conditions set to turn more unsettled through midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, a Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect through mid-morning Monday. Light to moderate rain continues early, with temperatures hovering in the mid-40s. While rainfall amounts stay modest today, saturated ground and high tides raise flooding concerns along low-lying coastal areas…