It’s a Weather Alert Day as gusty winds raise the fire danger across the Inland Northwest.
Plan Your Thursday
Thursday brings a Red Flag Warning (Fire Weather Warning) as dry conditions and blustery winds create a high risk for fire spread. Our team has declared it a Weather Alert Day.
High temperatures will reach the mid to upper 80s with humidity levels dropping between 12 and 20 percent. Expect sustained southwesterly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts reaching 25 to 30 mph through Thursday evening. It’s important to be safe today when it comes to fire, because relief is right around the corner.
What We’re Tracking
A significant pattern change begins Friday as a powerful storm system arrives. Temperatures will drop into the 60s and 70s immediately on Friday and will last through the weekend. Rainfall chances increase significantly for Friday with rain possible both in the morning and afternoon. Afternoon and evening showers will remain possible through the weekend. Winds will remain breezy through the weekend as well. If you’re heading to Hoopfest in Spokane, be ready for cooler temperatures and showers.
Extended Forecast
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