Washington wakes under a gray veil as headlights glow through thick fog across Spokane and nearby valleys. Streetlights blur into halos, and intersections appear suddenly, leaving little reaction time for drivers.
A Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect for Spokane and surrounding communities through 8 a.m. PST, with visibility dropping to one-quarter mile or less in spots. The fog sits low and stubborn, clinging to roadways from downtown Spokane to Airway Heights, Cheney, Deer Park, and Valley neighborhoods.
Morning temperatures hover near the mid-30s, keeping moisture trapped close to the ground. Calm winds allow fog to persist, especially along I-90, Highway 2, and secondary roads where traffic moves fast but sightlines remain short. Travel conditions feel deceptively quiet, yet risk rises quickly when vehicles close distance without warning.
Drivers should slow down, use low-beam headlights, and leave extra space between cars. Sudden stops remain likely near ramps, school zones, and rural stretches where fog thickens without warning. To be fair, conditions improve after mid-morning as visibility gradually lifts.
Clouds linger through the day, and highs reach the mid-40s this afternoon. Light rain chances increase later tonight and Monday, with patchy fog returning after sunset. Snow levels stay high, so precipitation falls mainly as rain in the city.
By Tuesday, warmer air pushes highs near 50 degrees. Fog continues to redevelop during early mornings through midweek before giving way to partial sunshine by Wednesday afternoon. Nighttime lows stay near freezing, raising the risk of damp pavement refreezing before dawn.
Meteorologists continue monitoring shifting patterns across the West, but Spokane avoids major winter storms this week. For now, visibility remains the main concern.
Planning an early drive today? What road conditions are you seeing where you live?
Five-Day Outlook for Spokane, WA
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 46°, patchy fog early
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 50°, morning fog
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 51°, patchy fog early
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 50°, fog early
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 49°, cool mornings
