Strong Wind, Rain System Arrives Saturday Night
KIRO 7 meteorologists have issued a Pinpoint Alert for western Washington as gusts over 40 mph are forecast for Saturday evening and night.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Forecasts
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A stronger weather system is forecast to bring heavy rain and gusts over 40 mph to western Washington on Saturday evening and night, November 7, 2026. Wind gusts could top 50 mph along the coast, with possible power outages and tree damage.
Why it matters
Many trees still have leaves, so they will catch more wind than later in the season, raising the risk of damage across the region. Residents in western Washington should prepare for the stronger system ahead of the weekend.
Forecast wind gusts reach 40 mph at the coast and north of Everett, with an isolated 50 mph gust near beaches and 20-30 mph gusts expected over Puget Sound on Friday. Snow levels are forecast to remain at or above 5,000 feet through the weekend, though the forecast does not yet indicate how severe impacts will be.
The players
KIRO 7
Seattle television station whose meteorologists issued the Pinpoint Alert for western Washington.
The details
Rain showers move through the area Friday, with a Wind Advisory in effect for the coast and northern parts of the region. A stronger system arrives Saturday evening, bringing heavier rain and winds that could exceed 40 mph across Puget Sound and the interior.
Timeline
Friday, November 6, 2026: Rain showers move through and wind advisory winds begin.
Saturday morning, November 7, 2026: Rain chances exit and a brief dry break begins.
Saturday evening and night, November 7, 2026: Stronger system brings heavy rain and strong winds under a Pinpoint Alert.
Sunday morning, November 8, 2026: Main system moves through, leaving blustery showers and cooler air.
Monday, November 9, 2026: Another brief dry break.
Seasonal Patterns
The forecast arrives in early November, when many trees still hold their leaves and catch more wind than they will later in the season. Storms of this kind are typical of the Pacific Northwest's autumn transition, though the forecast does not establish how this event compares with historical averages.
Secure outdoor furniture and loose objects before Saturday evening, and keep devices charged in case of power outages. Avoid driving or walking near trees during the strongest gusts on Saturday night.
The takeaway
Because many trees still carry leaves, the wind is likely to cause more damage than the same gusts would later in the season, so preparing early on Friday and Saturday makes sense for households across the region.
Further reading
Track the latest outlooks in our Forecasts section for Washington.
Source note: This article includes information reported by My Northwest.
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