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SR-16 East Traffic in Seattle

As of 2:45 pm PST, SR-16 East in Seattle is averaging 62 mph across 16 sensors, about normal for this time.

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Is SR-16 East moving right now?

Yes. No stretch of SR-16 East in Seattle is under 40 mph right now (as of 2:45 pm PST).

Best time to drive SR-16 East

Traffic is usually worst on Tuesday around 7 am (about 60 mph). On weekdays the morning slowdown peaks around 7 am (60 mph on Tuesdays) and the evening slowdown around 5 pm (60 mph on Wednesdays). Midday (10 am to 2 pm) averages 62 mph. On weekends it is slowest on Saturdays around 1 pm (62 mph).

Typical average speed (mph) on SR-16 East in Seattle, by day and hour (local time)
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Averages of every 5-minute reading we have recorded at this time of the week. Colors match the live map.

Questions

When is traffic worst on SR-16 East in Seattle?

Traffic on SR-16 East is usually worst on Tuesday around 7 am (about 60 mph).

What is the best time to drive SR-16 East in Seattle?

On weekdays, avoid around 7 am (60 mph on Tuesdays) and around 5 pm (60 mph on Wednesdays). Midday (10 am to 2 pm) averages 62 mph, and early mornings and late evenings are fastest.

Is SR-16 East busy right now?

As of 2:45 pm PST, SR-16 East in Seattle is averaging 62 mph across 16 sensors, about normal for this time.

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