Oregon — Cool morning air gives way to a fast warmup, and by afternoon, the sun sharpens shadows across eastern Oregon as temperatures surge toward early summer levels.
According to the National Weather Service, Pendleton climbs from the mid-40s this morning to around 81 degrees this afternoon, with increasing clouds but dry conditions holding through the day.
The morning commute across Pendleton, Hermiston, Milton-Freewater, and Umatilla stays clear. I-84 and Highway 395 remain dry with excellent visibility. However, changing cloud cover late in the day could dim visibility slightly during sunset travel, especially across open stretches where glare and shifting light can affect drivers.
This is part of a broader warming trend across the Pacific Northwest, where high pressure is building and pushing temperatures well above seasonal averages.
Saturday continues the warming pattern with highs near 82 degrees and partly sunny skies. Outdoor activity looks favorable, but dry air and warming ground can create localized dust near rural roads and open fields.
By Sunday, temperatures peak near 83 degrees under full sun. Expect increased foot traffic, outdoor events, and higher UV exposure across the region.
Early next week holds steady warmth, with highs reaching 84 degrees Monday and staying in the low 80s through midweek. Nights remain cool in the low 50s, creating wide temperature swings that can impact early morning commuters and agriculture.
No precipitation or severe storms are expected, and tornado risk remains near zero during this stretch.
5-Day Outlook for Pendleton:
Saturday: 82° | Partly sunny
Sunday: 83° | Sunny
Monday: 84° | Sunny
Tuesday: 83° | Clear
Wednesday: 84° | Sunny
