Walking Weather in Spokane, Washington
In Spokane, the morning is usually your friend — head out before the heat builds and the day is yours. The easiest months are May, June, September, and October. Through December and January, aim for the warmest part of the day and keep it shorter.
When to walk, by season
Winter
Winter highs sit near 34°F with lows around 22°F — watch for ice and bundle up. Shorter daylight means walking a little earlier in the afternoon.
Spring
Spring runs 35–57°F at about 48% humidity — usually Spokane's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 84°F and 30% humidity make midday hard work — head out early or after sunset, and check the pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 34–56°F at about 55% humidity — often the best stretch of the year for an unhurried walk.
The months people ask about
The easy months to plan around, and the ones worth timing carefully in Spokane.
Walking the dog in Spokane
- •Low summer humidity keeps pavement temperatures moderate
- •High Bridge Park has off-leash areas along the Spokane River
- •Check air quality during smoke season before taking dogs on long walks
In a Spokane summer the ground can get hot enough to burn paws. Walk Window's Dog Walker mode watches the ground as well as the air and tells you when to wait. Check today's pavement risk →
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to walk in Spokane?
The most comfortable months to walk in Spokane are May, June, September, October. Most days, the morning before the afternoon heat is your easiest window.
Is it too hot to walk in Spokane in summer?
Summer middays in Spokane can be hard going. The early morning and the cooler evening still work — that's the window to take.
When is the most comfortable season to walk in Spokane?
Spokane has a semi-arid with cold winters and warm, dry summers. The easiest walking lands in May and June, when the temperature and humidity are at their kindest.
