Spokane, WA – A colder weekend is approaching the Spokane area, with widespread frost expected Sunday morning, Oct. 18, as temperatures fall into the 30s across eastern Washington. The National Weather Service forecasts a low near 34 degrees Saturday night before sunshine returns Sunday afternoon. The chilly conditions could affect gardens, outdoor plants and residents preparing for early morning activities. Another round of temperatures in the 30s is expected early next week, signaling a continued stretch of cold autumn mornings.
According to the National Weather Service in Spokane, widespread frost is expected mainly before 8 a.m. Sunday, following a mostly clear Saturday night. Temperatures are forecast to fall near 34 degrees, making the early morning hours particularly important for residents with frost-sensitive vegetation. While the forecast does not indicate a widespread hard freeze, temperatures near the freezing mark can still create concerns for exposed plants, especially in sheltered or low-lying locations.
Weekend Temperatures Take a Noticeable Turn The approaching frost follows a substantial temperature transition. Friday is expected to reach approximately 72 degrees before Saturday’s afternoon high drops to around 65. By early Sunday, temperatures could fall into the middle 30s, representing a nearly 40-degree difference between Friday’s afternoon warmth and Sunday’s early morning conditions…