Spokane Weather

The weather in Spokane can change quickly, so staying up to date with the latest weather forecasts in Spokane, WA is vital to any visit! The best time to visit Spokane is from late June to early September. In Spokane, the summer months are warm, dry, and mostly clear. On average, Spokane gets 171 sunny days per year. Winters are cold and cloudy but, we get an average of 44 inches of snow every year. As for rain, Spokane gets an average of 17 inches per year. Our temperatures vary throughout the year from 26°F to 88°F and are rarely below 11°F or above 97°F.

Spokane Weekly Forecast

Monday, Mar 18
High: 68°   Low: 48°
clear sky
Tuesday, Mar 19
High: 67°   Low: 48°
scattered clouds
Wednesday, Mar 20
High: 63°   Low: 47°
few clouds
Thursday, Mar 21
High: 56°   Low: 43°
broken clouds
Friday, Mar 22
High: 56°   Low: 44°
light rain
Saturday, Mar 23
High: 45°   Low: 39°
moderate rain
Sunday, Mar 24
High: 51°   Low: 39°
light rain
Monday, Mar 25
High: 44°   Low: 33°
light rain

Spokane Weather By Season

WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE IN SPOKANE, WA?

Officially, Spokane has a warm summer continental climate, simply meaning the area has comfortably warm summers and high precipitation over winter.

The best time of year to visit Spokane, WA is in the temperate summer months, from June to September. Over this season, the average temperatures often have highs in the mid-80s and lows in the 40-50 range. With only 1 or 2 days of rain on average each month, summers in Spokane are gorgeous, ensuring any trip you make will be packed with days in the great outdoors!

Winters in Spokane are similar to the Washington State average, at around 30-40 degrees. The cold months of the region see more precipitation than summers, although the rain shadow effect from the surrounding cascades keeps Spokane drier than other major cities like Seattle.

Weather in Spokane Washington

Spokane Weather FAQ

How Many Sunny Days Does Spokane Washington Have Per Year?

Spokane receives 171 days of sunshine on average every year. Most of the rainy days in the region happen during the winter months, with summers having the most sun-filled days of all the seasons.

While Spokane is just behind the national average of 205 sunny days per year, it beats out Seattle, WA which has only 152 days of sun per year!

Due to so many sunny days with low yearly precipitation, many consider Spokane to have one of the best climates in all the Pacific Northwest.

While coastal destinations may offer the year-round monotony of constant 65 degree days, the beauty of a city like Spokane which has four distinct seasons cannot be overstated.

How Much Rain Does Spokane Get Every Year?

Every year, Spokane gets an average of 17 inches of rain. This is far below the national rain average of 38 inches per year. In Seattle, Washington the annual rainfall is 37 inches, almost exactly the national average.

So despite the common misconceptions about Washington and rain, you can expect to get less rain in Spokane than most other cities in the United States!

How Much Snow Does Spokane Get Every Year?

Winters in Spokane are far wetter than other months, receiving a total of 44 inches of snow every year. Many of Spokane's cloudy days happen over this season and is one of the main reasons why the region is slightly below national averages for total sunny days. However, don’t let the clouds get you down, snowy days in Spokane can truly be magical, painting the streets with a soft blanket of white, transforming the area into a winter wonderland.

Many residents and visitors alike come to the area specifically for the snow, as the surrounding winter skiing and snowboarding are some of the best in the state! Ski resorts like Mt Spokane or Silver Mountain thrive from the high annual snowfall and are packed with fresh powder for the visiting skiers.

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