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Oregon Weather Alert: 50 MPH Gusts, Rain, Cold Nov 15-19 in Pendleton
Pendleton, OR — Powerful winds sweeping across Oregon's Blue Mountain foothills could make travel difficult Sunday morning, while rain soaked pavement and falling temperatures set the stage for a cold
By Erin Vale · 2026-11-15T12:01:43.003Z
Pendleton, OR — Powerful winds sweeping across Oregon's Blue Mountain foothills could make travel difficult Sunday morning, while rain soaked pavement and falling temperatures set the stage for a colder week ahead.
Wind gusts approaching 50 mph remain the immediate concern along exposed mountain slopes. By Tuesday night, Pendleton could experience temperatures near 28 degrees, introducing another concern for drivers: potentially slick pavement.
According to the National Weather Service in Pendleton, a Wind Advisory remains in effect until 7 a.m. PST Sunday, November 15, for the foothills of the northern Blue Mountains.
Southeast winds of 25 to 35 mph, with gusts reaching 35 to 50 mph, could affect exposed locations. The strongest winds are expected along mountain slopes, including Cabbage Hill near Interstate 84.
Forecasters warn that unsecured objects could blow around, tree limbs could fall, and isolated power outages are possible.
Although the advisory expires early Sunday, travelers should remain alert for changing conditions, particularly when operating trucks, trailers and other high profile vehicles.
Rain Sunday, Then a Colder Pattern Develops Sunday brings an 80% chance of rain to Pendleton, with temperatures reaching approximately 56 degrees. Winds could gust near 22 mph during the afternoon.
Rain chances remain elevated Sunday evening before precipitation gradually decreases. Patchy fog could develop late Sunday and continue into Monday morning.
The National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center reports that a Pacific storm system is spreading rain across the western United States. Higher elevations of the Cascades and other western mountain ranges could receive snow as colder air moves inland.
However, Pendleton's supplied five day forecast does not indicate measurable snowfall in the city.
Temperatures Drop Toward Freezing Monday brings patchy morning fog and a cooler afternoon high near 49 degrees.
Temperatures fall to approximately 30 degrees Monday night before Tuesday reaches only 47 degrees.
The coldest period arrives Tuesday night, when lows could reach 28 degrees.
That creates a potential concern wherever moisture remains on untreated roads, sidewalks or bridges. Freezing temperatures can produce slick patches, especially on elevated surfaces.
Drivers should check road conditions before traveling Interstate 84 or heading into higher elevations.
Five Day Pendleton Weather Outlook: Nov. 15 19 Sunday, Nov. 15: Rain likely, with an 80% precipitation chance. High near 56°F. Winds could gust to 22 mph. Monday, Nov. 16: Patchy morning fog, then partly sunny. High near 49°F. Low near 30°F. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Patchy morning fog, then mostly sunny. High near 47°F. Low near 28°F. Wednesday, Nov. 18: A 40% chance of rain, mainly after 10 a.m. High near 47°F. Low near 29°F. Thursday, Nov. 19: A chance of rain with mostly cloudy skies. High near 44°F. Low near 30°F. Looking Ahead: The colder pattern may continue into the following weekend, with Friday's high near 46 degrees and Saturday reaching approximately 47 degrees.
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