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Seattle, Washington – The Pacific Northwest moves into the Feb 5–9 stretch under a dominant above-normal temperature pattern, bringing milder-than-average conditions and limited chances for rain or snow across much of the region. While clouds remain part of the daily picture, the lack of strong storm systems marks a quieter-than-usual stretch for early February.
According to the National Weather Service and regional climate outlooks, a persistent ridge of high pressure along the West Coast will keep the primary Pacific storm track aimed north into British Columbia. This setup allows warmer air to settle over western Washington and Oregon while significantly reducing the frequency and intensity of rain-producing systems…