Spokane, Wash. – The morning sky over Spokane glows faintly pink against the crisp October air — calm, quiet, and deceivingly gentle. Early fog clings low across the valley floors, but this peaceful start hides a changing pattern brewing just west of the Cascades.
According to the National Weather Service in Spokane, mild and dry weather will hold through midweek before a wetter, cooler system slides in from the Pacific. Monday and Tuesday stay mostly sunny, with highs near 58 to 60°F and light winds — perfect for commutes, yard work, or late-season trail hikes along the Spokane River. By Wednesday, highs could climb into the mid-60s, making it the warmest day of the week.
But the shift comes quickly. Clouds increase late Wednesday, and by Thursday evening, rain chances rise sharply across eastern Washington. The first wave of steady showers could reach Spokane by Friday morning, with highs dropping into the 50s. Areas along I-90 toward Ritzville and Coeur d’Alene may see slick pavement during the early commute.
Cooler air will deepen into the weekend, and models hint at snow levels lowering near 4,000 feet by Saturday — early signs of a possible seasonal transition in the higher elevations.
Residents should take advantage of these final calm, sunny days to clear gutters, prep vehicles, and tidy outdoor spaces. After all, Spokane’s fall weather is about to trade sunshine for a chilly taste of what’s coming next.
Five-Day Outlook for Spokane, WA:
Mon: 56/35 – Mostly sunny; calm breeze.
Tue: 60/34 – Patchy fog early; sunny later.
Wed: 64/38 – Mostly sunny; warmest day.
Thu: 63/45 – Clouds increase; rain chance late.
Fri: 58/41 – Rain likely; cooler pattern develops.
