Spokane, Wash. – Clouds and showers are hanging over Spokane Sunday, but drier and sunnier weather is on the way starting Tuesday, with daytime highs climbing well into the 80s by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, a 50 percent chance of showers and widespread haze will linger through late Sunday afternoon, with southwest winds gusting up to 22 mph. Patchy fog is likely to develop overnight into early Monday morning, reducing visibility for morning commuters across Spokane County.
By Monday afternoon, skies will gradually clear, and Spokane will reach highs near 72 degrees. Conditions will improve further on Tuesday, with sunshine and calm winds pushing highs to around 81 degrees. Wednesday and Thursday look even warmer, both topping out near 86 under mostly clear skies.
Drivers in the Spokane metro area should plan for slick spots this evening as showers taper off, along with limited visibility due to haze and smoke overnight. Residents are encouraged to keep windows closed if sensitive to air quality and use headlights in foggy stretches during the Monday morning commute.
Clear skies and warmer conditions will dominate much of the week, with no significant rainfall expected after Sunday night.
Five Day Forecast for Spokane, WA
- Monday: Patchy fog and haze early, then mostly sunny. High near 72. Low 46.
- Tuesday: Sunny, calm, and warmer. High near 81. Low 49.
- Wednesday: Mostly clear, hot. High near 86. Low 52.
- Thursday: Sunny and very warm. High near 86. Low 53.
- Friday: Continued sunshine. High near 82. Low 51.