Spokane, Wash. – Washington’s second week of October turns from soggy to crisp as rain eases and colder, clearer air moves in by Tuesday morning. After a wet Columbus Day, residents should prepare for slick streets early Monday and a noticeable chill through midweek. Temperatures will drop into the 30s by dawn Tuesday, signaling the first widespread cold snap of the season.
According to the National Weather Service in Spokane, steady rainfall continues through Monday afternoon with gusty winds near 25 mph along I-90 and U.S. 2. Showers will taper off late on the holiday as drier air pushes in from the north. The shift brings clearing skies and colder nights, creating ideal—but brisk—conditions for leaf viewing, pumpkin patch visits, and early fall decorating.
Commuters heading back to work and students returning to class Tuesday should expect brisk mornings, patchy fog in valleys, and light frost possible across outlying areas like Deer Park and Cheney. Washington State Department of Transportation crews urge caution on wet roadways and advise allowing extra travel time through early Monday.
By Tuesday afternoon, sunshine will dominate, and highs will rebound into the upper 50s. The pattern looks stable through midweek, giving eastern Washington a taste of crisp fall weather before another round of light rain may approach by late Friday. Residents are encouraged to protect outdoor plants, prep garden hoses, and dress in layers for cool starts and sunny afternoons.
Five-Day Forecast for Spokane, WA:
Sun: 49/46 – Steady rain; breezy at times.
Mon (Columbus Day): 51/38 – Rain ending; gusty north winds.
Tue: 58/33 – Mostly sunny; cool start.
Wed: 59/34 – Bright and mild; crisp morning.
Thu: 60/38 – Sunny and calm; ideal fall day.
