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Pendleton, OR – Wind gusts reaching 26 mph and persistent sunshine will shape the remainder of the week in eastern Oregon, especially in Pendleton and areas along I-84. The National Weather Service expects conditions to remain dry, breezy, and warmer than seasonal norms through Easter Sunday, offering a calm but gusty stretch of spring weather for travel and outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Pendleton, sunny skies and daytime highs in the mid to upper 60s will persist Thursday through Sunday. Winds will vary in speed but could gust as high as 26 mph Thursday morning and Friday night. Morning and evening wind shifts are expected to impact highway travel, particularly along I-84 near the Columbia River Gorge.
Residents and travelers should secure outdoor items, especially lightweight decorations or Easter setups planned for the weekend. Drivers should prepare for crosswinds, particularly in open stretches of Umatilla and Morrow Counties.
5-Day Pendleton Area Spring Forecast:
- Thursday: Sunny with a high near 61°F. Winds north 11–16 mph, gusts up to 23 mph.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 66°F. Winds north 5–10 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 68°F. Winds light, breezy at times.
- Sunday (Easter): Mostly sunny, high near 61°F. Winds 5–10 mph.
- Monday: Mostly clear, high near 62°F. Light and variable wind.
