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Washington-Idaho Weather Alert: Dense Fog, ¼-Mile Visibility Today
Spokane, WA – Thick fog is swallowing stretches of roadway across eastern Washington and northern Idaho Thursday morning, reducing visibility to just a quarter mile in some locations. But a sharp chan
By Caleb Mercer · 2026-11-12T12:04:42.028Z
Spokane, WA – Thick fog is swallowing stretches of roadway across eastern Washington and northern Idaho Thursday morning, reducing visibility to just a quarter mile in some locations. But a sharp change is coming. Temperatures could reach 60 degrees by afternoon before another round of unsettled November weather approaches this weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Spokane, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 7 a.m. PST Thursday, November 12. The advisory covers Spokane, Moses Lake, the West Plains, northern Washington valleys and portions of the Idaho Panhandle.
Drivers traveling through Spokane, Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Cheney and surrounding communities should remain alert for lingering fog, especially where visibility changes suddenly.
The weather service recommends slowing down, using headlights and increasing following distances.
From Dense Fog to 60 Degrees Thursday The foggy start comes with unusually mild November weather ahead.
Spokane's Thursday high is expected to reach 60 degrees after morning temperatures near 40. Fog should gradually give way to partly sunny skies after 9 a.m.
That creates a nearly 20 degree temperature climb, offering residents a welcome opportunity to tackle outdoor chores.
Friday looks even warmer, with partly sunny skies and a high near 62 degrees. Light winds should make conditions favorable for clearing fallen leaves, securing outdoor decorations and preparing yards for colder weather later this month.
However, the warmer stretch will not last indefinitely.
Weekend Rain Chances Return as November Pattern Changes Saturday remains relatively pleasant, with partly sunny skies and a high near 54 degrees.
By Sunday, another change arrives.
The National Weather Service projects a 30% chance of rain Sunday, mainly after 10 a.m., with temperatures reaching approximately 53 degrees.
Rain chances increase to 50% Sunday night before falling to 40% Monday.
Drivers should watch for wet pavement and reduced traction as conditions become unsettled.
A broader Pacific storm system is also expected to affect the western United States Friday into Saturday. The Weather Prediction Center warns of heavy precipitation and strong winds along portions of the West Coast, with dangerous mountain snow in California's Sierra Nevada.
Those more severe impacts are not currently forecast for Spokane.
Looking toward Thanksgiving, colder conditions could eventually increase the potential for snow. However, the available Spokane outlook does not establish a significant local snowstorm.
Spokane Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 12 16 Thursday, Nov. 12: Morning fog clearing after 9 a.m. Partly sunny, high 60°F. Nighttime low 39°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Partly sunny and mild, high 62°F. Friday night brings a 30% rain chance, low 42°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Partly sunny, high 54°F. Mostly cloudy Saturday night, low 39°F. Sunday, Nov. 15: A 30% chance of rain after 10 a.m. High 53°F. Rain chance increases to 50% Sunday night, low 40°F. Monday, Nov. 16: A 40% chance of rain, mostly cloudy, high 50°F. Nighttime low 36°F. For now, Thursday and Friday provide the best opportunities for outdoor projects before rain chances increase.
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