Pendleton, OR – Strong winds are expected today across Pendleton, with gusts continuing into Friday, particularly impacting travel on I-84 and surrounding roadways. Both Oregon and Washington will experience intensified wind activity, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph or more in elevated areas like the Simcoe Highlands and the Washington Cascades.
According to the National Weather Service, the strongest winds will impact regions along I-84 and I-82 in Oregon and Washington, making travel potentially hazardous. These gusts are expected to last through the evening and into Friday, with some locations seeing winds upwards of 30 mph.
Residents should secure loose outdoor objects and exercise caution on open roadways, especially in high-profile vehicles. The windy conditions are expected to ease by Friday afternoon, with the forecast improving into the weekend. Saturday is predicted to be sunny with highs reaching 80°F, providing much calmer weather. However, cooler temperatures and mild winds return on Sunday.
