Oregon wakes up damp and quiet this morning as rain clouds thicken over the southern Willamette Valley. Pavement glistens under streetlights, and the air feels cool and heavy as showers begin to organize across Eugene.
According to the National Weather Service, rain becomes more widespread by late morning and continues through Sunday. Rain chances climb above 70 percent today, increasing to near 100 percent tonight and Sunday. Total rainfall through Sunday evening could reach three-quarters of an inch to locally one inch.
Drivers should prepare for slick travel on I-5, Highway 126, and surface streets through the day. Periods of steadier rain reduce visibility, especially during afternoon and evening travel. Leave extra space between vehicles and plan for slower speeds during heavier bursts.
Temperatures stay mild for February, topping out near the upper 50s today before cooling slightly Sunday with highs in the low 50s. Winds remain light, but wet roads and standing water become the primary concern. To be fair, snow stays confined to higher elevations, though Cascade passes could see winter impacts.
Showers linger into Sunday night, with occasional heavier pockets possible. By Monday, rain tapers to scattered showers, and clouds begin to break at times. Highs hover near the low 50s, offering a brief pause before another system approaches.
Early next week stays unsettled, with a slight rain chance returning Tuesday and clouds lingering into Wednesday. Looking farther ahead, a gradual warming trend develops mid to late next week. Highs climb back into the low to mid-50s, hinting at a quieter stretch of February weather beyond midweek.
For now, rain gear and patience are essential. Wet roads dominate the next two days. How are conditions looking on your commute this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Eugene, OR
- Today: Rain developing; high near 58
- Sunday: Rain; high near 53
- Monday: Showers early, partial breaks; high near 52
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny; high near 51
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny; high near 52
