Spokane, WA – Spokane is heading into a stretch of intense late-summer heat, with temperatures climbing into the mid-90s by Friday and flirting with 97 degrees through the weekend. The National Weather Service warns of hot, dry conditions that could elevate wildfire danger across eastern Washington.
According to the weather service, Tuesday will start with a high near 89 degrees under clear skies, followed by a similar pattern Wednesday and Thursday. By Friday, Spokane’s high is expected to push to 94 degrees before soaring closer to 97 on Saturday and Sunday. Overnight lows will remain mild, ranging from the upper 50s to low 60s, providing little relief from the daytime heat.
The dry pattern is expected to hold across Spokane Valley, Airway Heights, and Medical Lake. With no measurable rain in sight, fire crews urge residents to avoid outdoor burning and use caution with equipment that could spark flames. Southwest winds may briefly gust between 5 and 10 mph midweek but will settle to calmer conditions overnight.
Heat-related illness remains a concern for outdoor workers and vulnerable groups. Spokane County Health District recommends limiting strenuous activities to the morning or evening hours, staying hydrated, and checking on neighbors without access to air conditioning.
The hot, dry stretch is expected to persist into early next week, with the possibility of advisories if triple-digit readings hold.
Five Day Forecast for Spokane, WA:
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 89, low 59
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 87, low 55
- Thursday: Sunny, high 89, low 55
- Friday: Sunny, high 94, low 58
- Saturday: Sunny and hot, high 97, low 62
