Spokane, WA – Drivers across Washington should brace for slick roads and a wet start to the workweek as widespread showers target the state Monday morning. Commuters along I-90 through Spokane and I-5 near Seattle can expect slower travel during peak hours as rain moves through the region.
According to the National Weather Service, Spokane faces a 50% chance of showers Monday, with a high near 65°F and winds from the southwest at 5 to 9 mph. Seattle’s forecast calls for a 40% chance of rain, mostly before 11 a.m., with slightly cooler conditions and a high of 62°F. Though rain totals remain light, wet roads and reduced visibility could cause delays during the Monday morning rush.
Conditions improve by Monday night, with partial clearing and cooler temperatures settling in across both cities. Expect lows around 42°F in Spokane and 49°F in Seattle. Tuesday brings a welcome break from the wet weather, offering mostly sunny skies and highs in the low 60s statewide.
Looking ahead, spring warmth finally returns midweek. Spokane will enjoy mostly sunny skies and a high near 68°F by Wednesday. Seattle stays slightly cooler, with highs reaching 62°F under clearing skies.
Five-Day Forecast Snapshot:
- Monday: Showers early, drying by afternoon. Highs: Spokane 65°F, Seattle 62°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and mild. Highs: Spokane 63°F, Seattle 63°F.
- Wednesday: Spring warmth returns; Spokane 68°F, Seattle 62°F.
- Thursday: Mild and sunny across the state. Highs near 68°F.
- Friday: Showers possible again. Stay weather-aware for updated alerts.
