Pendleton, OR – After a stretch of heat, Eastern and Western Oregon are bracing for a midweek cooldown with chances for showers and isolated storms developing through Thursday. Areas like Pendleton and Eugene could see brief but gusty rain Wednesday night into early Thursday, while Medford remains dry—but increasingly hot—through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, light winds and partly cloudy skies will give way to increasing clouds and a 20–30% chance of showers across Pendleton and Eugene by Wednesday night. Wind gusts may reach up to 20 mph in exposed areas, with isolated moisture likely to fall along the Blue Mountains and central Willamette Valley. Medford stays sunny and dry, but with highs nearing 99 by Saturday and a projected peak of 109°F on Monday.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny statewide. Highs reach 87°F in Pendleton, 84°F in Eugene, and 90°F in Medford.
Wednesday: Light rain possible in Pendleton and Eugene by late afternoon. Temps range from 80°F–88°F.
Thursday: Showers taper by midmorning, followed by clearing skies. Highs around 80°F–89°F.
Friday: Sunny and hotter again. Medford jumps to 95°F, with Eugene and Pendleton in the mid-80s.
Weekend: Medford pushes toward triple-digit heat, peaking at 109°F Monday. Eugene and Pendleton remain in the mid-90s.
Residents should monitor air quality and wind speeds if showers develop, particularly in dry southern regions where wildfire risk remains elevated. More alerts may be issued if storms develop across the Cascades or Umatilla Basin.
Five Day Forecast for Pendleton, OR
- Tuesday: High 87°F, mostly sunny
- Wednesday: High 81°F, 20% chance of showers
- Thursday: High 80°F, 30% chance morning rain then sunny
- Friday: High 86°F, sunny
- Saturday: High 91°F, sunny
