Washington wakes up under a gray, frozen stillness this morning. Cold air presses into the Spokane Valley, frost clings to windshields, and quiet streets feel stiff beneath early light.
Temperatures sit near 30 degrees at sunrise, with calm winds allowing cold air to settle. Clouds dominate early, keeping surfaces cold and increasing the risk of slick patches on untreated roads. Drivers along I-90, US-2, and city arterials should slow down during the morning commute.
Highs struggle to climb today, topping out near 33 degrees. Cloud cover limits warming, and shaded pavement may stay icy longer than expected. To be fair, conditions remain dry, but freezing temperatures alone can still cause travel trouble.
Tonight brings another hard chill. Lows dip into the mid-20s, reinforcing frost risk for vehicles, pets, and exposed pipes. Any daytime melting may refreeze quickly after sunset, setting up another slick start.
Thursday offers slight improvement. Sunshine breaks through, pushing highs near 35 degrees. Roads thaw faster by afternoon, though cold air returns quickly after dark. Thursday night lows drop close to 20 degrees, keeping winter firmly in place.
Friday turns brighter but colder. Sunshine dominates, yet highs only reach the low 30s. Nighttime temperatures fall into the upper teens, especially outside the city core. Plan ahead if traveling early.
Saturday stays sunny and cold, with highs near 31 degrees and crisp air lingering all day. Winter coats remain necessary, even during midday errands.
Looking ahead, the 6–10 day outlook shows near-normal temperatures for eastern Washington. Precipitation chances rise early next week, with a slight snow chance showing up by Monday.
Five-Day Outlook for Spokane, Washington:
Today: Cloudy, high near 33.
Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 35.
Friday: Sunny, high near 32.
Saturday: Sunny, high near 31.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 33.
