Washington – A cold early-March breeze moves across eastern Washington this morning as clouds drift over Spokane and patches of sunshine try to break through. The air feels brisk, and damp pavement hints at showers building nearby.
Temperatures started the morning around 36°F, and conditions remain chilly across Spokane County. A mix of sun and clouds dominates early today before scattered rain showers develop later.
Forecasters expect about a 20 percent chance of rain by early afternoon, with temperatures climbing toward 52°F. Winds remain light, but the cool air keeps the day feeling more like late winter than early spring.
Drivers across Interstate 90, US-2, and Highway 195 should watch for isolated wet spots as showers move through the region.
Conditions cool quickly tonight as temperatures drop to about 33°F. A brief rain and snow mix could appear toward early morning hours, especially outside the city or in higher elevations.
Friday stays mostly cloudy with highs near 49°F. A slight rain or snow chance early gives way to cloudy skies later in the day.
A warmer push of air arrives for the weekend. Saturday turns mostly cloudy but milder with highs around 56°F, bringing the most comfortable weather of the next several days.
Sunday remains relatively mild with temperatures near 57°F, though scattered rain becomes possible later.
Early Sunday morning also brings the Daylight Saving Time change, when clocks move forward one hour at 2 a.m., giving Spokane longer daylight evenings as spring approaches.
Looking ahead, colder air returns early next week. Snow showers could develop Monday with highs around 48°F, reminding the Inland Northwest that winter patterns can still linger into March.
Keep jackets handy today and watch for changing road conditions if showers develop.
Are you seeing rain or snowflakes yet around Spokane this morning?
Five-Day Outlook – Spokane, Washington
Friday: Slight rain or snow chance early, high near 49°F
Saturday: Mostly cloudy and milder, high near 56°F
Sunday: Chance of rain with spring clocks shifting early morning, high near 57°F
Monday: Chance of snow showers, high near 48°F
Tuesday: Snow possible at times, high near 45°F
