Oregon – Cold morning air sits across the Columbia Plateau as pale sunlight spreads over Pendleton. Dry pavement may not last long.
Clouds drift across eastern Oregon early today. Temperatures hover near freezing in some spots. That setup allows a brief rain–snow mix to develop before midday.
According to the National Weather Service in Pendleton, the region will see mostly sunny skies today with highs near 47°F. Winds from the west could gust up to 30 mph, creating brisk conditions across Umatilla County.
The colder air lingers tonight. Temperatures dip toward 28°F, allowing a 30 percent chance of rain or snow late tonight and into early morning. Snow levels fall close to 1,200 feet, though accumulation remains unlikely in town.
Drivers along Interstate 84, Highway 395, and Highway 11 should remain alert if showers develop during the early commute. Brief slick spots could form on bridges or shaded roads.
Skies improve later tomorrow with partial sunshine returning. High temperatures remain cool, topping out again near 47°F. A slight chance of snow may linger during the morning hours before conditions stabilize.
Midweek marks a noticeable pattern change. Meteorologists are tracking a stronger Pacific system pushing inland across the Northwest.
Clouds thicken and precipitation increases by Wednesday. A 50 percent chance of rain or rain–snow mix develops during the day. Snow levels rise quickly, turning most precipitation into rain.
Steadier rainfall spreads across eastern Oregon by Thursday. Expect cloudy skies, wet roads, and highs near 58°F.
For spring break travelers crossing eastern Oregon, changing conditions could mean wet highways and shifting visibility across the region.
What are conditions like in your neighborhood this morning across Pendleton?
Five Day Outlook – Pendleton, Oregon
Tuesday: Slight chance of snow early, then partly sunny. High near 47°F.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy with a 30% chance of snow, low near 32°F.
Wednesday: Chance of rain or rain–snow mix, high near 58°F.
Wednesday Night: Chance of rain continues, low near 47°F.
Thursday: Rain likely with cloudy skies, high near 58°F.
