Oregon skies over Pendleton are gray and cool this morning, and a shift from rain to a rain-snow mix could change road conditions by late tonight.
Temperatures start in the lower 40s with mostly cloudy skies. Light rain develops this afternoon as highs climb near 52 degrees. According to the National Weather Service in Pendleton, rain becomes widespread tonight, with a transition to a rain and snow mix after midnight. Overnight lows fall to around 38 degrees.
By Tuesday morning, periods of rain and snow are possible before precipitation becomes mainly rain later in the day. Highs reach near 46 degrees. Little or no snow accumulation is expected in town, but bursts of wet snow could briefly reduce visibility. Drivers along I-84 and Highway 11 should remain alert for slick patches, especially on bridges and elevated ramps.
Rain continues Tuesday night with lows near 35 degrees. If temperatures dip close to freezing and showers linger, isolated slick spots may form toward sunrise Wednesday.
Conditions improve Wednesday afternoon as clouds break and highs approach 49 degrees. Clearer skies Wednesday night allow temperatures to drop near 31 degrees, creating a brief cold snap. Watch for flash freezing where moisture remains on untreated pavement.
Sunshine returns Thursday with highs in the mid-50s. Friday stays mostly sunny near 53 degrees. The broader 6–10 day outlook hints at moderating temperatures into early next week, signaling gradual early spring improvement.
Five Day Outlook for Pendleton, Oregon:
Today: Chance of rain, high near 52.
Tuesday: Rain and snow early, high near 46.
Wednesday: Slight chance of rain, high near 49.
Thursday: Sunny, high near 54.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 53.
