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Spokane, Washington Temperature & Weather History

Washington, United States · Climate data since 1981
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📍 47.6808°N, 117.3800°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)

Spokane Climate Overview

Spokane has a temperate climate with warm summers and freezing winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in December, while rainfall is highest during autumn months.

Humidity remains moderate throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️Avg HighAvg TempAvg LowRecord HighRecord LowHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January❄️32.7°F26.5°F20.4°F54.5°F-25.8°F94%692.01.11
February❄️38.0°F30.4°F22.9°F59.5°F-26.5°F87%512.22.04
March🌨️47.6°F38.2°F28.9°F71.8°F-6.5°F78%592.23.20
April🌨️55.9°F45.0°F34.1°F82.9°F23.0°F69%442.24.65
May🌤️65.5°F54.0°F42.4°F93.6°F26.2°F64%482.05.85
June☀️73.0°F61.1°F49.3°F108.3°F34.0°F61%412.06.52
July☀️82.7°F69.3°F55.8°F104.4°F39.6°F52%181.97.23
August☀️82.3°F68.9°F55.5°F101.8°F36.9°F50%161.86.02
September☀️72.8°F60.1°F47.5°F99.5°F26.4°F54%231.84.39
October🌨️57.9°F47.5°F37.1°F83.8°F11.5°F67%441.92.70
November🌨️42.0°F35.1°F28.3°F66.2°F-13.2°F85%792.11.31
December❄️32.1°F26.1°F20.2°F55.8°F-27.0°F92%782.00.87

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Spokane Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Spokane

December is Spokane's coldest month, with average lows reaching 20.3°F. The coldest it has ever been that month is -27.0°F.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 21.2°F – 34.2°F

🧥 Pack heavy layers and prepare for snow — this is a Severe Winter destination.

☀️ Summer in Spokane

Summer temperatures in Spokane peak in July, with average highs of 82.8°F. The hottest it has ever been that month is 104.4°F.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 53.6°F – 79.3°F

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainiest Period in Spokane

Spokane sees its highest rainfall in November, receiving approximately 79 mm of precipitation.
🌧️November to January (avg) · up to 79 mm

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Spokane Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Spokane, with average highs reaching 82.7°F, while December is the coldest with lows dropping to 20.2°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer ideal for outdoor activities, while winters bring freezing conditions and heavy snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Spokane

November is the wettest month in Spokane with about 79 mm, while August is the driest at 16 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the autumn months. Humidity stays moderate (around 71%), peaking during winter months, which creates cold and damp conditions.

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:46.9°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:571 mm
Avg Humidity:71%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, Spokane's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 108.3°F in June 2021, and its coldest dropped to -27.0°F in December 1990. 2015 was the warmest year overall and 1985 the coolest.

📅 Explore Spokane Weather by Month

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Spokane's recorded history was 2015 (avg: 50.4°F), while the coldest was 1985 (avg: 42.3°F).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Spokane's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 30 years · °F

Spokane's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 108.3°F in June 2021, while the lowest dropped to -27.0°F in December 1990.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Spokane shows noticeable variation. Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
59.4°F49.1°F38.8°F97.2°F-3.5°F59272%2.0 m/s
2024
58.6°F48.7°F38.7°F102.7°F-20.0°F58771%2.0 m/s
2023
58.8°F48.9°F39.2°F100.6°F0.1°F49371%1.8 m/s
2022
56.7°F46.6°F36.7°F99.0°F-18.4°F64472%2.0 m/s
2021
59.5°F49.3°F38.8°F108.3°F-3.1°F46566%2.1 m/s
2020
57.7°F48.0°F38.1°F98.8°F7.3°F59570%2.1 m/s
2019
55.9°F46.2°F36.3°F96.4°F-7.1°F47171%1.9 m/s
2018
57.6°F47.7°F37.9°F100.8°F2.3°F54671%2.0 m/s
2017
56.3°F46.4°F36.5°F96.1°F-11.9°F68073%2.0 m/s
2016
58.5°F48.6°F38.7°F95.2°F-9.6°F62172%2.1 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Spokane?▼

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Spokane, Washington, with average high temperatures around 82.7°F.

What is the coldest month in Spokane?▼

December is the coldest month in Spokane, with average low temperatures around 20.2°F.

What is the rainiest month in Spokane?▼

November receives the most rainfall with approximately 79 mm, while August is the driest with 16 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Spokane?▼

The highest recorded temperature was 108.3°F in June 2021. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Spokane?▼

The lowest recorded temperature was -27.0°F in December 1990.

How many years of data does this page cover?▼

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Spokane get?▼

Spokane receives the most sunlight in July with an average solar radiation of 7.23 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Washington.

Where does this weather data come from?▼

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45