Washington – Gray clouds hang low over Spokane this morning, their edges brushed with the first chill of late November. The air carries that familiar damp edge — a quiet signal that winter isn’t far behind. As Thanksgiving travel ramps up across eastern Washington, early snow chances could add a dose of pre-holiday tension for drivers navigating I-90 and surrounding roadways.
According to the National Weather Service in Spokane, a developing system will bring scattered rain and snow showers by Tuesday afternoon, with snow levels near 2,400 feet. For now, most accumulation will stay light, but slick roads and slushy surfaces could appear in higher neighborhoods and valley passes.
By Wednesday, another wave of moisture moves in, bringing steady rain and snow through the evening. The snow level dips to around 2,000 feet, hinting at an early “winter tease” for the Inland Northwest. Thanksgiving Day looks unsettled but manageable — cloudy with occasional rain or snow and highs in the low 40s.
Temperatures hover close to freezing most mornings, and light winds could reduce visibility during heavier bursts of precipitation. Travelers planning early departures should check road conditions before heading east toward Coeur d’Alene or south along Highway 195.
Looking ahead, a colder, drier pattern may settle in by the weekend, with highs near 36°F and lows in the mid-20s — a reminder that winter’s doorstep is just a few flurries away.
5-DAY OUTLOOK (SPOKANE, WA)
Monday: Rain/snow mix, then partly sunny. High 46°F.
Tuesday: Rain/snow late. High 41°F.
Wednesday: Rain/snow likely. High 41°F.
Thursday (Thanksgiving): Rain/snow. High 43°F.
Friday: Rain/snow chance. High 39°F.
