Spokane, WA County has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and sunny, with temperatures often reaching the low-90s (Fahrenheit). Winters are cold and wet with occasional snowfall. Spring and fall bring mild temperatures with moderate rainfall throughout both seasons. Spokane typically experiences cooler temperatures than other parts of Washington State due to its inland location and higher elevation. The city receives an average of 16 inches of precipitation annually, most of which occurs during the winter months.
Spokane County, Washington gets 19 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Spokane County averages 43 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 174 sunny days per year in Spokane County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Spokane County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 113 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 24
Rain: averages 19 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 43 inches of snow a year