Oregon – Low clouds hug the hills east of the Blue Mountains as fog drifts across fields and highways near Pendleton. Headlights glow softly through the haze, and damp pavement hints at reduced traction during early travel.
According to the National Weather Service, areas of fog developed before sunrise, with visibility briefly dropping in spots around Pendleton and along Highway 11 and I-84. Conditions gradually improve later this morning as clouds lift and visibility increases. Temperatures start in the low 40s and rise into the upper 50s this afternoon.
Drivers should remain cautious during the early hours, especially on rural roads and bridges where fog can thicken suddenly. Reduced visibility may linger longer in low-lying areas before skies brighten.
Cloud cover holds tonight, keeping lows near the mid-30s. Sunday brings a quieter pattern, with decreasing clouds and highs in the mid-50s. Winds stay light, helping conditions feel calmer compared to recent mornings.
Sunday night cools back into the mid-30s, with patchy fog possible again by early Monday. By Monday afternoon, clouds dominate but temperatures remain steady near the upper 50s. Travel impacts lessen as visibility improves during daylight hours.
Tuesday and Wednesday trend brighter and slightly cooler. Sunshine returns, and highs hover in the mid-50s. Nights remain cold, with lows near the mid-30s, raising the risk of slick spots if daytime moisture refreezes after dark.
Across the nation, winter continues to grip the Midwest and East. Nearly half of the Great Lakes remain frozen, locking Arctic air in place and fueling dangerous cold farther east. That pattern keeps Eastern Oregon relatively mild but prone to fog and sharp temperature swings as February approaches.
For now, slow down in fog, use low-beam headlights, and allow extra stopping distance during the morning. Conditions improve quickly after clouds lift.
Seeing thicker fog along your commute? Let us know what visibility looks like where you are.
Five Day Outlook for Pendleton, Oregon
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 57°F
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 56°F
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 55°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 53°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 54°F
