Washington — Headlights fade into a gray blur across Spokane this morning as patchy fog settles low over neighborhoods and highways. Visibility drops suddenly in spots, and the air feels damp and cold enough to sting. Pavement looks wet, but hidden slick patches pose the bigger risk.
According to the National Weather Service in Spokane, fog continues through the morning hours, with visibility locally reduced to a quarter mile. Temperatures hover near freezing, allowing frost to form on roads, sidewalks, and parking lots, especially in untreated and outlying areas.
Drivers should expect changing conditions on arterials and along I-90, particularly near river valleys and low-lying areas. Slow down, leave extra following distance, and watch for black ice where fog lingers longest. Pedestrians should use caution on sidewalks that appear dry but remain slick.
Fog gradually thins by mid-morning, giving way to brighter skies. Afternoon temperatures climb into the low 50s, offering a brief break from winter’s grip. Tonight stays calm but chilly, setting the stage for clouds to thicken heading into Friday.
Friday remains gray and cool, with highs near the low 40s. Travel impacts stay limited, but damp conditions persist. Saturday brings a slight chance of rain by late morning, with highs near 50. Roads may turn slick again after sunset.
Sunday marks a more noticeable shift. Rain becomes likely, with temperatures near 49 during the day. By Sunday night, colder air filters in and snow levels drop toward 5,300 feet. Light snow is possible in higher elevations outside the city.
Early next week trends cooler but quieter. Looking farther ahead, 6–10 day outlooks hint at above-normal temperatures returning later next week, signaling a slow February warm-up.
Seeing fog or slick spots where you are this morning? Let us know what conditions look like on your drive.
Five-Day Outlook for Spokane, Washington
- Today: Morning fog, then partly sunny. High near 51.
- Friday: Cloudy and cool. High near 43.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of rain. High near 50.
- Sunday: Rain likely. High near 49.
- Monday: Partly sunny, cooler. High near 46.
