Unlike rainy Seattle, Spokane enjoys four distinct seasons. There is a moderate amount of snowfall during the winter with temperatures in the thirties. Spring and fall are lovely with surrounding woodland and abundant trees in the city. Summers are beautiful and warm with temperatures in the 80's and virtually no humidity. This part of the state is very beautiful with mountains and evergreen trees to the north and east of the city.
Wheat fields dominate to the south.
There are enormous recreational opportunities at all times of the year. Only 45 minutes away Mount Spokane provides downhill and cross country skiing in the winter. Slightly farther is Schweitzer ski resort in northern Idaho. Hunting and fishing opportunities abound. There are three major lakes nearby for boating, swimming and water skiing in the summer.