Spokane, WA – A heat surge is building across eastern Washington as Spokane braces for temperatures near 90°F on Saturday, with breezy conditions expected to bring gusts up to 24 mph.
According to the National Weather Service, Spokane will remain sunny through the weekend, with highs of 84°F Friday and 90°F Saturday. Winds will shift southwest Saturday night, increasing to 16 mph with peak gusts near 24 mph—raising fire danger and drying out local vegetation.
Sunny and mostly clear skies will dominate the region, keeping humidity low and visibility high. Sunday will cool slightly to a high of 77°F, followed by a 20% chance of showers after 11 a.m. Monday. Overnight lows are expected to hover in the upper 40s to low 50s through the period.
Residents are urged to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor burning, and secure lightweight outdoor items that could be blown by gusts. Those planning weekend hikes or travel across U.S. Route 2 or I-90 should be prepared for dry, windy conditions—especially Saturday evening.
Temperatures will remain warm through midweek, with highs near 80°F and mostly sunny skies continuing into Thursday. Additional alerts are possible if winds strengthen or fire risk increases.
