Spokane, WA, will enjoy sunshine and mid-90s temperatures on Sunday, offering residents one last day of manageable warmth before a dangerous heat wave takes hold. Afternoon highs are expected to reach around 95°F, making it feel hot, but still more bearable than the extreme conditions expected early next week.
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Spokane from noon on Monday through 8 p.m. Tuesday, with highs expected to approach 98°F on both days. Overnight lows in the mid-60s will provide little relief from the heat, creating hazardous conditions, especially for vulnerable individuals. The advisory covers much of eastern Washington, including Spokane, Cheney, and Liberty Lake.
Residents are strongly urged to limit outdoor activities during the peak heat hours, stay hydrated, and check on elderly neighbors who may be more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Local community centers and Spokane Public Libraries will operate as cooling locations, offering a refuge from the intense temperatures. Pet owners should ensure that animals have access to shade and plenty of water.
The heat wave is expected to ease slightly by Wednesday, with highs dipping to the low 90s, before cooling further toward the 80s by the end of the workweek. However, further heat advisories could be issued if temperatures stay unusually high.
Here’s a look at Spokane’s five-day forecast:
- Sunday: Sunny, with a high of 95°F and a low of 64°F.
- Monday: Hot, with a high of 98°F and a low of 65°F.
- Tuesday: Hot, with a high of 98°F and a low of 65°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, with a high of 90°F and a low of 55°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, with a high of 82°F and a low of 55°F.
Residents should take full advantage of the more comfortable Sunday weather and prepare for the heat wave starting Monday. Stay safe, stay cool, and look out for one another during the extreme temperatures.
