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Live I-5 Traffic Reports: Seattle, Washington

Stay informed with the latest I-5 traffic updates in Seattle, Washington! Our real-time traffic information provides insights into road conditions, including live updates on construction, accidents, and travel delays. With data continually refreshed, you'll receive the most accurate and timely alerts to plan your journey along one of the country's busiest highways. Whether you're a commuter or a traveler, navigate I-5 with confidence and ease, avoiding congestion and minimizing delays.

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Seattle Area Weather Forecast5-Day Weather Forecast Courtesy of Weather Underground

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I-5 Rest Area Overnight Stays: Pros, Cons and Legal Limits

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Introduction I-5 is the primary north-south artery of the West Coast, stretching over 1,300 miles from the Canadian border in Washington through Oregon and down...
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New I-5 Interchange Overpass in DuPont to Open in Early 2026

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The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) reports that, weather permitting, a portion of the new I-5 interchange in DuPont will open by mid-January....
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Multiple I-5 Lane Closures on Federal Way Link Extension Project

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Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority (Sound Transit) is issuing a construction advisory regarding the Federal Way Link Extension. Sound Transit contractor teams will...
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Seattle Area Insider TipsThe Inside Scoop From Seasoned I-5 Travelers

Timing is Everything: Avoid driving through between 7-9:30 AM and 3:30-7 PM on weekdays if possible. Seattle's traffic is notoriously bad, and I-5 can become a parking lot. Even weekends see heavy congestion midday. Very early morning or late evening are your best bets.

The Express Lanes Reverse: The center express lanes on I-5 change direction based on time of day (southbound during morning rush, northbound during evening). Pay attention to the overhead signs with green arrows/red X's—going the wrong way is dangerous and happens to confused drivers.

Stay in Middle Lanes Through Downtown: The right lanes frequently become exit-only with little warning, especially through the downtown corridor. The left lane can also be HOV-restricted during rush hours. Middle lanes are usually your safest bet for through traffic.

The I-5/I-90 Split Backs Up: The interchange where I-90 meets I-5 (near downtown) creates major bottlenecks in both directions. If you're not exiting, get left well in advance. Southbound, the express lanes end here and merge back, causing sudden congestion.

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