Oregon – Cold air hugs the ground across eastern Oregon this morning as low clouds drift over Pendleton. Wet pavement, brief flurries, and gusty winds combine to create tricky early travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, a rain-and-snow mix is possible early today with snow levels near 1,600 feet. While significant accumulation is not expected in town, light snowflakes may mix in during heavier showers. Temperatures start near freezing, keeping bridges and shaded roads vulnerable to slick spots.
Winds pick up through the late morning, gusting over 30 mph at times. That breeze adds bite to the air and may reduce visibility during passing showers. Motorists along I-84 and Highway 395 should be prepared for brief slowdowns, especially on exposed stretches.
By afternoon, conditions begin to improve. Clouds thin, precipitation fades, and highs reach the low 40s. Even so, damp roads and lingering cold mean traction can still be reduced. Use caution if traveling outside city limits where surfaces remain colder.
Tonight brings another shift. Skies stay mostly cloudy, but temperatures fall back into the low 30s. Any leftover moisture may refreeze, creating areas of black ice by early Friday. This flash-freeze risk is highest before sunrise, especially on secondary roads and rural driveways.
Friday offers a welcome break. Sunshine returns, winds relax, and highs climb near 50. The calmer pattern holds into the weekend, though cold mornings continue. Saturday and Sunday stay partly cloudy with highs around 50 and lows dipping near freezing again overnight.
Looking ahead to early next week, temperatures trend milder with occasional rain chances returning. No major storms are expected for now, but winter hazards remain possible during early mornings. Are you seeing slick spots or flurries where you live?
Five-Day Outlook for Pendleton, Oregon
- Today: Rain/snow mix early, windy, high near 43
- Friday: Mostly sunny, calmer, high near 50
- Saturday: Partly sunny, cool, high near 50
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, high near 50
- Monday: Slight rain chance, milder, high near 55
