Washington greets the morning with a sharp winter bite across Spokane. Thermometers hover near 27 degrees, and some neighborhoods dipped closer to 25 before sunrise. The air feels crisp and still under overcast skies.
Frost clings to rooftops and parked cars. Side streets remain cold, and shaded patches could stay slick through midmorning. Bridges along I-90 and Highway 2 cool quickly in this kind of cold. Watch for isolated icy spots where snowmelt refroze.
Skies gradually brighten later today. Highs climb to around 44 degrees with partial sunshine. That rebound helps melt lingering frost, but early travel still requires caution.
Clouds thicken again tonight with lows near 30 degrees. Sunday shifts the pattern. Rain develops after midday, with snow levels starting near 3,700 feet before rising. Spokane stays mainly rain, but higher terrain could see wet snow.
Rain becomes steadier Sunday night into Monday. Highs reach the upper 40s Monday with continued rain likely. Roads may turn slick again during heavier showers.
Tuesday keeps rain in the mix, especially early, with highs near 48 degrees. Snow levels lower to around 4,300 feet during the day, then drop further Tuesday night. A rain and snow mix becomes possible in parts of the Inland Northwest by midweek, especially in higher elevations.
Wednesday and Thursday feature scattered rain and snow showers, with snow levels fluctuating between 2,000 and 3,200 feet. While valley accumulations look limited now, brief bursts could create slushy conditions.
By late week, temperatures trend milder. Highs approach the upper 40s to near 50, hinting at early spring warmth in the 6–10 day outlook.
Five Day Outlook for Spokane, Washington:
Today: Partly sunny, high 44.
Sunday: Rain developing, high 51.
Monday: Rain, high 47.
Tuesday: Rain likely, high 48.
Wednesday: Chance rain and snow, high 46.
