Eugene, OR – Evening plans across Eugene could be dampened Friday as rain pushes into the area, bringing the potential for slick roads and reduced visibility. Rain is most likely after 6 p.m., with showers lingering into early Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Portland, a 70% chance of rain is expected Friday night as moisture from the Pacific moves inland. South winds between 6 to 8 mph may accompany the system, making for cooler, damp conditions. Precipitation totals could range between a quarter and half an inch, with the heaviest downpours possible late in the night.
Drivers on I-5 and local roads like Franklin Boulevard and Coburg Road should be alert for wet pavement and slowed traffic, especially during the Friday evening commute and nighttime travel. Outdoor events and late-night gatherings may need rain cover or rescheduling.
While showers will likely persist into Saturday morning, conditions are expected to clear gradually by afternoon, leading into a mostly sunny Sunday. Residents should keep umbrellas handy through Saturday morning and watch for updated advisories.
Five Day Eugene, OR Forecast:
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 83°F, low 63°F.
- Friday: Slight chance of showers before 11 a.m., then mostly cloudy, high 81°F.
- Friday Night: Rain likely after 6 p.m., low 64°F.
- Saturday: Showers likely before 11 a.m., then clearing, high 77°F, low 56°F.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 80°F, low 55°F.
