Pendleton, Oregon – Wind gusts reaching 25 mph could sweep through the Pendleton area Wednesday night, bringing a brief period of unsettled spring weather. Though rain chances are slim—just 20% before 11 p.m.—drivers along U.S. Route 395 and surrounding highways should prepare for sudden wind shifts and possible reduced visibility.
According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday will remain mostly sunny with highs near 81°F before northwest winds increase in the evening. By nightfall, gusts up to 25 mph could develop as winds shift from the northwest to the southwest. While most areas will stay dry, a few isolated showers may brush eastern Oregon communities.
Thursday brings a cooler but calmer day, with sunny skies and a high near 71°F. Winds will ease, offering a break in the action before another round of light rain chances enters the picture Sunday.
Looking ahead, here’s your five-day spring forecast for Pendleton:
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 71°F. Winds calm.
- Friday: Sunny and warmer, high around 80°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 83°F. Increasing clouds late.
- Sunday: Slight chance of showers, high near 75°F. Winds light.
- Monday: Chance of showers continues, high near 66°F.