Washington wakes up under a hard Winter chill as Spokane sits locked in clear, biting cold. Frost coats windshields and sidewalks, and each breath hangs briefly in the air. The cold feels sharp and immediate, leaving little margin for early travel mistakes.
Temperatures hover near 18 degrees early this morning, with calm winds allowing cold air to pool across the Spokane Valley. According to the National Weather Service, clear skies promote efficient cooling, keeping roads vulnerable to frost and ice. Bridges, ramps, and shaded stretches along Interstate 90 remain the biggest trouble spots through midmorning.
Sunshine helps by afternoon, but relief comes slowly. Highs struggle to reach 30 degrees, limiting melting. To be fair, any daytime thaw sets up another hazard. Flash freezing becomes likely after sunset as temperatures drop back into the teens, refreezing moisture that lingers on pavement.
Sunday brings brighter skies and a modest improvement. Highs climb near 32 degrees, easing conditions slightly for daytime travel. Sunday night remains cold, with lows near 21 degrees, keeping frost in play for early Monday.
By Monday, clouds increase and temperatures rise more noticeably. Highs reach the mid-30s, reducing widespread ice risk during the day. Monday night dips into the mid-20s, but the cold loosens its grip. Tuesday turns mostly sunny with highs near 39 degrees, offering one of the warmer stretches of the week.
Nationally, a powerful Winter storm drives snow, ice, and dangerous cold across the Plains and East Coast. Eastern Washington avoids that system’s impacts, but Winter hazards remain local and persistent.
Bundle up, protect pets, and slow down during early drives. Slick spots can hide where the sun never reaches.
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Five-Day Weather Outlook for Spokane, Washington
• Today: Mostly sunny; high near 30
• Sunday: Sunny; high near 32
• Monday: Mostly cloudy; high near 35
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny; high near 39
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy; high near 41
