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Spokane Local Frequency: May 20, 2026 - Sunny Skies, High Gas Prices, and Spring Safety
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- Local Frequency - Spokane
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- May 20, 2026
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- 201
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Summary
Good morning, this is your Spokane Local Frequency for 2026-05-20. We’re waking up to a cool, comfortable start around the upper 40s to low 50s across the Inland Northwest, with lighter winds than we’ve seen on some recent breezy days. Expect sunshine to win out again through the morning, with afternoon highs climbing into the mid 70s in Spokane, low 70s around Coeur d’Alene, and some low 80s possible in central Washington. That keeps us running a bit above average for this time of year, but the pattern stays mostly dry. Keep in mind, we’ve had a few brief showers and even a rumble of thunder in recent days, so a passing sprinkle can’t be totally ruled out, especially over the weekend, but the general story is plenty of sun and cool nights in the 40s. On the roads and around town, gas prices remain a big topic. Recent data from AAA has shown record highs this month in Spokane County, with averages pushing well into the five dollar range per gallon. That’s impacting commute choices, weekend getaways, and the budgets of local businesses that rely on deliveries and driving. If you can, grouping errands, carpooling, or hopping on STA buses might help stretch your dollars a bit further while prices stay elevated. Law enforcement across Spokane County remains busy as we move into the late spring season. Deputies have responded to several recent disturbances and serious assaults, and detectives are still actively tracking missing persons cases involving both juveniles and adults. If you spot anything that seems related to an active search, Crime Check at 509-456-2233 is the number to keep handy. Your tip could be what brings someone home safe or closes a lingering investigation. Looking ahead to things to do, we’re heading into prime outdoor season. Riverfront Park and the Ce…