Oregon – A cold, gray start grips Eugene this morning, with damp pavement and a brisk 43°F keeping roads slick and commuters cautious along I-5 and OR-126. Low clouds hang tight, and the chill lingers through mid-morning before any breaks develop.
According to the National Weather Service in Portland, skies gradually improve today with partial clearing and highs near 56°F. That break will be brief. Rain chances return Tuesday afternoon at 30%, then increase sharply Tuesday night to 70% as a stronger system moves into the Willamette Valley.
By Wednesday, steady rain takes over with a 100% chance and highs near 52°F. Rainfall totals between a tenth and a quarter inch are expected, enough to create ponding on roads and slower travel across Eugene, Springfield, and surrounding communities. Plan extra time for commutes and keep headlights on during heavier rain.
Conditions turn more active Wednesday night as showers intensify and snow levels drop to around 2500 feet. While valley floors stay rain-soaked, higher elevations in the Cascades could see accumulating snow. Travelers heading east should monitor conditions closely.
Thursday remains unsettled with showers and even a slight thunderstorm chance before gradual improvement late. Roads stay wet, and visibility may drop during heavier bursts. Keep rain gear ready and allow extra stopping distance.
Looking ahead, drier and milder weather returns Friday into the first weekend of April, with highs climbing into the 60s. For now, midweek brings the most impactful weather.
Five Day Outlook for Eugene, OR:
- Today: Decreasing clouds, high near 56°F
- Tuesday: Chance of rain, high near 58°F
- Tuesday Night: Rain likely, low near 44°F
- Wednesday: Rain, high near 52°F
- Thursday: Showers, high near 53°F
