Weather Warnings for Washington

Issued by the National Weather Service

Current watches, warnings, and advisories for Washington
Alerts Updated: January 12, 2026, 2:27 pm  UTC


Flood Warning issued January 12 at 6:25AM PST until January 13 at 9:24AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Washington... Skokomish River At Potlatch affecting Mason County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Skokomish River at Potlatch. * WHEN...Until late tomorrow morning. * IMPACTS...At 17.5 feet, the Skokomish River will cause moderate flooding, with deep and quick flood waters inundating some residential areas, many roads, and much of the farm land in the Skokomish Valley. Inundated roads include the Skokomish Valley road, Bourgault Road West, Purdy Cutoff Road, and Highway 106. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:30 AM PST Monday the stage was 17.5 feet. - Flood stage is 16.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 5:30 AM PST Monday was 17.5 feet. - Forecast...The river will rise to 17.7 feet late this morning. It will then fall below flood stage tonight, and continue to recede through the rest of the week. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 17.6 feet on 10/20/2003. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 12, 2026, 6:25 am      Expires:  January 12, 2026, 2:30 pm
Area:  Mason, WA


Dense Fog Advisory issued January 12 at 4:41AM PST until January 12 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Summary: * WHAT...Visibility less than a quarter mile in dense fog. * WHERE...Kittitas Valley. * WHEN...Until noon PST today. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  January 12, 2026, 4:41 am      Expires:  January 12, 2026, 12:00 pm
Area:  Kittitas Valley


Hydrologic Outlook issued January 12 at 4:12AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: ESFSEW Moderate to heavy precipitation will continue over the northern Washington Cascades through this afternoon. Rainfall amounts over the last 24 hours have been as high as 2 to 3 inches, and additional amounts up to 2 inches are expected in these locations, with the highest amounts in the Cascades of Whatcom County. Meanwhile, snow levels will remain 7000 to 8000 feet. Rivers in the outlook area will continue to rise, and crest later today into Tuesday. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National weather Service for additional information.
Severity:  Unknown    Effective:  January 12, 2026, 4:12 am      Expires:  January 12, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  Skagit, WA; Whatcom, WA


Flood Watch issued January 12 at 4:03AM PST until January 12 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of northwest Washington, including the following county, Clallam. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rainfall in the Olympic mountains continues to force sharp rises on the Bogachiel River. The Bogachiel River will approach flood stage this morning, with flooding possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Severity:  Severe    Effective:  January 12, 2026, 4:03 am      Expires:  January 12, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  Clallam, WA


Hydrologic Outlook issued January 12 at 1:43AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Summary: ESFSEW Moderate to heavy precipitation will continue over the Olympics and northern Washington Cascades through this evening. Rainfall amounts over the last 24 hours have been as high as 2 to 4 inches, and an additional 1 to 3 inches are expected in these locations, with the highest amounts in the Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties. Meanwhile, snow levels will remain 7000 to 8000 feet. Rivers in the outlook area will continue to rise, and crest later today into Tuesday. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National weather Service for additional information.
Severity:  Unknown    Effective:  January 12, 2026, 1:43 am      Expires:  January 12, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  Clallam, WA; Skagit, WA; Whatcom, WA


Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 11 at 1:07PM PST until January 16 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Summary: * WHAT...Light winds and limited air movement will lead to a period of stagnant air conditions. * WHERE...Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Tualatin Valley, Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain, Inner Portland Metro, North Clark County Lowlands, and Inner Vancouver Metro. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Deteriorating air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  January 11, 2026, 1:07 pm      Expires:  January 12, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  Tualatin Valley; West Hills and Chehalem Mountains; Inner Portland Metro; West Central Willamette Valley; East Central Willamette Valley; Benton County Lowlands; Linn County Lowlands; Lane County Lowlands; North Clark County Lowlands; Inner Vancouver Metro


Beach Hazards Statement issued January 11 at 1:05PM PST until January 12 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Summary: * WHAT...Sneaker waves possible. * WHERE...North and Central Coast of Oregon, and South Washington Coast. * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on a beach than normal, including over rocks, logs, and jetties. Sneaker waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and quickly pull them into the frigid ocean which may lead to serious injury or drowning.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  January 11, 2026, 1:05 pm      Expires:  January 12, 2026, 4:00 pm
Area:  Clatsop County Coast; Tillamook County Coast; Central Coast of Oregon; South Washington Coast