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Spokane, Washington

Aerial view of downtown Spokane, the largest city in eastern Washington and Washington’s second-largest city, with a 2024 estimated population of 230,609.

Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall Comfort
Moderate

2.4 / 5

Average Summer High
82°F

Mild · 82°F

Days Above 90°F
21 days/year

Excellent

Summer Feel
Very Good

4.1 / 5

Average Winter Low
22°F / -5°C

Fair

Days Below Freezing
152 days/year

Poor

Winter Feel
Poor

1 / 5

The shape of the year

Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine help explain the annual rhythm.

Humidity
70%

Good

Comfortable Months
5 months

Fair

Solar Exposure
1403 peak-sun hrs/yr

Poor

Air, allergies, and weather

Air quality and allergies shape day-to-day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.

Air and allergies

Air Quality
Excellent

4.7 / 5

Allergy Levels
Poor

Current AQI

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Current PM2.5

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Timing and weather

Long-Term Fine-Particle Pollution
5.8 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Good · 5.8 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Best Months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Toughest Months
Feb, Dec, Jan
Heat Risk
Moderate

Good

Drought Risk
Low
Weather Volatility
Limited

2.6 / 5

Sources & methodology

Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.

Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.

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