Pendleton, OR – Wet weather and strong winds are set to impact much of Oregon through the end of the week, with gusts peaking midweek and showers lingering into the weekend.
According to the US National Weather Service in Pendleton, gusty winds reaching 30 to 40 mph will persist across the Cascade Gaps through Wednesday, particularly affecting higher elevations. Light mountain rain and low-elevation showers are expected to continue through Thursday morning, with additional rainfall returning Thursday afternoon and persisting through Saturday.
Eastern Oregon, especially Wallowa County, may experience isolated thunderstorms later today, though chances remain below 30 percent. Breezy winds of 15 to 25 mph are expected to replace stronger gusts by Thursday, continuing into Saturday as rain remains widespread.
Residents in affected areas should prepare for slick roads, reduced visibility in higher terrain, and potential travel disruptions through the weekend. Drivers, especially those crossing the Cascades, are urged to exercise caution due to gusting winds and wet road surfaces.
This week’s conditions mark a notable shift from typical mid-May weather patterns, bringing cooler, wetter, and windier weather than average. The National Weather Service advises monitoring local alerts for updates as the system progresses.
