Spokane, WA – More mountain snow is on the way for the Inland Northwest, with hazardous winter driving conditions expected through Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Spokane.
Forecasters say an active weather system will continue to bring snow to higher elevations, particularly across Stevens Pass, Washington Pass, and Lookout Pass. An additional 4 to 6 inches of snow is forecast for Stevens Pass, with 3 to 5 inches likely at Lookout Pass overnight into Monday morning.
The NWS warns that travel will be challenging, especially along U.S. 2 and I-90, as road surfaces become slick and snow-covered. Visibility may also be reduced at times due to falling snow and patchy fog.
Drivers crossing the Cascades or northern Idaho passes should plan for delays, use winter tires or chains, and check travel conditions before departing. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) reported accumulating snow at Stevens Summit Sunday afternoon, with similar conditions expected to expand eastward overnight.
Lower elevations, including Spokane and Coeur d’Alene, will remain mostly dry, though colder air will settle in behind the system by Monday afternoon.
