EUGENE, Ore. – Thunderstorms could disrupt Friday night football and outdoor events in Eugene as storm chances increase across western Oregon. Drivers should be prepared for wet pavement and sudden visibility drops if showers develop along Interstate 5 this evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Portland, a 20 percent chance of showers and storms lingers Friday, with storm coverage increasing by Saturday afternoon. Stronger cells may bring brief downpours, gusty winds, and lightning that could affect travel and weekend gatherings.
Showers remain possible Friday night, with the highest chance of thunderstorms before 8 p.m. Temperatures will dip into the upper 50s overnight, keeping conditions cool for late-night travelers. Saturday’s weather looks unsettled, with scattered showers developing after 2 p.m. and lingering into Saturday night. While rainfall totals should stay light, any storm could create sudden slick conditions on local highways, including I-5 and Highway 126.
Sunday brings a stronger round of showers, especially after 11 a.m., with highs in the low 80s. This may slow traffic for afternoon return trips from weekend events. Rain chances increase further into Monday, when more widespread showers and thunderstorms could affect school commutes and outdoor plans.
Residents should keep devices charged, avoid outdoor events during lightning, and allow extra time for travel through early next week. Wet weather looks likely to remain in place through Tuesday before easing midweek.
Five Day Forecast for Eugene, OR
- Saturday: Showers after 2 p.m., high near 81. Slight thunderstorm risk, low near 57.
- Sunday: Showers likely after 11 a.m., high near 82. Showers continue overnight, low 58.
- Monday: Showers and possible thunderstorms, high near 73. Rain persists at night.
- Tuesday: Showers likely, high near 74. Mostly cloudy with rain tapering at night.
- Wednesday: Chance of showers, high near 73. Drying trend by midweek.
