The city of Spokane, currently home to 192,800 people, is one of the most populous cities in the northwestern part of the United States, including Alaska, and is the second largest city in Washington State. Spokane County encompasses 1,758 square miles and has a population of 402,600. Photo Jeff Tetrick Climate Spokane is four-season country, each contributing to the region's unique lifestyle. Situated between the Rocky and Cascade mountain ranges, Spokane is protected from damp coastal weather like that of Seattle, as well as continental type winters. Summer weather is ideal for full enjoyment of the many mountain and lake recreational areas in the vicinity.
Winter weather includes occasional snowfalls of several inches.
Nearby mountainous winter sport areas receive a great deal more snow and sometimes enjoy a five to six month long season. Copyright Carole J. Anderson. All rights reserved. Web site design and maintenance by Internet Online Programs.