Oregon wakes to damp pavement and swollen creeks as gray clouds hang low over the southern Willamette Valley. In Eugene, the air feels cold and saturated, with leftover moisture glistening on roads and fields, a clear sign the ground is already primed for more rain.
According to the National Weather Service in Portland, a Flood Watch remains in effect for much of western Oregon, including Lane County, through this afternoon. While the heaviest rain has eased, runoff continues along slower-responding rivers and streams, keeping flood concerns elevated even during lighter showers.
Across Eugene, Springfield, and nearby communities, drivers may encounter ponding on roadways and water collecting near low spots. Travel along I-5 and Highway 99 could slow quickly if showers redevelop, especially near creeks and drainage areas that remain full. Landslide risk also lingers near steep slopes and foothills after prolonged rainfall.
Temperatures stay cool, hovering near 50 during the day and dipping into the upper 30s at night. That chilly, damp pattern fits an early winter setup, even without snow in town. Meteorologists are tracking additional systems that bring renewed rain chances Sunday night into Monday, limiting recovery time for rivers and soils.
By early next week, rain remains likely at times, keeping roads slick and visibility reduced. This timing is critical as Christmas travel increases across western Oregon. Travelers heading toward the Coast Range or Cascade passes should stay alert for changing conditions and possible delays.
For now, avoid flooded roadways, allow extra travel time, and keep an eye on river levels through the weekend. Conditions may change quickly with additional rainfall.
Are you seeing high water or travel issues where you live? Let us know what conditions look like near you.
Five-Day Outlook for Eugene, Oregon
- Today: Increasing clouds, spotty showers; high near 50
- Sunday: Showers likely; high near 49
- Monday: Rain likely; high near 50
- Tuesday: Chance of rain; high near 48
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, rain possible; high near 48
