Fire Weather Watch
...BREEZY WESTERLY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY SATURDAY...
.A weather system will bring widespread breezy westerly winds
through the Cascade gaps and across the Columbia Basin and
portions of the Blue Mountains region on Saturday afternoon and
evening. Coupled with low relative humidity, this may lead to
critical fire weather conditions.
The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Fire
Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 696 John Day Valley, 698
Southern Blue Mountains and 700 Central Mountains of Oregon.
* TIMING...From Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.
* WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 25 to 35 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Afternoon values of 10 to 20 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
From: Aug 20, 2026 19:08
Until: Aug 21, 2026 06:00
Heat Advisory
* WHAT...Hot conditions with afternoon high temperatures of 95 to 105
degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of
heat-related illness.
* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon
and central, south central, and southeast Washington.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
From: Aug 20, 2026 17:30
Until: Aug 21, 2026 06:00
Fire Weather Watch
...BREEZY WESTERLY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY SATURDAY...
.A weather system will bring widespread breezy westerly winds
through the Cascade gaps and across the Columbia Basin and
portions of the Blue Mountains region on Saturday afternoon and
evening. Coupled with low relative humidity, this may lead to
critical fire weather conditions.
The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Fire
Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in
effect from Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 690 Kittitas Valley, 691
Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, 691 Lower Columbia Basin of
Washington and 703 Warm Springs Reservation.
* TIMING...From Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.
* WINDS...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 25 to 40 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Afternoon values of 15 to 25 percent.
* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
From: Aug 20, 2026 19:08
Until: Aug 21, 2026 06:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations
between 4 to 8 inches, highest amounts at Government Camp. 12 to
18 inches of snow expected above 5000 to 5500 feet. Winds gusting
as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central
Cascades of Oregon.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: May 16, 2026 03:54
Until: May 16, 2026 18:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected above 4500 feet. Total snow accumulations
between 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...In Oregon, East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. In
Washington, Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions, especially on bridges
and overpasses.
From: May 16, 2026 04:38
Until: May 16, 2026 15:00
Flood Watch
River Levels for the Yakima River remain high and rain along the
Cascade crest on Tuesday is expected to raise water levels in the
Yakima River at Easton back above minor flood stage Tuesday night
through Thursday morning.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...A portion of south central Washington, including the
following areas, Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades
Crest and Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest.
The watch is being issued primarily for the Yakima River near
Easton and would affect Easton and Elk Meadows.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Low-water crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- The current river level for the Yakima River at Easton is
51.14 feet at 4 PM. Flood stage is at 51.3 feet. The Yakima
River at Easton is forecast to rise to 51.3 feet Wednesday
morning, peak at 51.36 feet Wednesday afternoon and drop
below flood stage late Wednesday night.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From: Mar 23, 2026 23:41
Until: Mar 25, 2026 03:00
Hydrologic Outlook
ESFPDT
Moderate rain is expected to continue along the Washington Cascade
crest through tonight before ending Saturday morning. Temperatures
are cooling but will remain above freezing during the day, Snowmelt
is expected to continue but at decreasing levels. The rain and snow
melt will keep water levels high in rivers and streams flowing off
the Cascades.
The Naches River at Naches and the Yakima River at Easton, Umtanum,
Parker and Kiona are expected to remain at or rise above minor flood
stage through Sunday evening and Flood Warnings have been issued for
those locations. The Naches River at Cliffdell and several locations
on the Yakima River are either above action stage or are expected to
reach action stage at times through this weekend. Other streams and
rivers will continue to have elevated water levels.
Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National Weather
Service for additional information.
From: Mar 20, 2026 23:38
Until: Mar 22, 2026 00:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected Above 4500 feet. Total snow accumulations 5
to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Periods of moderate and heavy snow will combine with low
visibilities to create difficult driving conditions.
From: Mar 02, 2026 20:22
Until: Mar 03, 2026 15:30
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 8 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Cascades. In Washington, South
Washington Cascades.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 21, 2026 17:55
Until: Feb 22, 2026 06:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches.
* WHERE...Upper Hood River Valley.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 21, 2026 17:55
Until: Feb 22, 2026 06:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch.
* WHERE...Simcoe Highlands.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Feb 21, 2026 22:03
Until: Feb 22, 2026 06:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch.
* WHERE...Upper and Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades
Crest.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Feb 21, 2026 22:03
Until: Feb 22, 2026 06:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10
inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Cascades. In Washington, South
Washington Cascades.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 21, 2026 04:35
Until: Feb 21, 2026 19:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3
inches.
* WHERE...Upper Hood River Valley.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 21, 2026 04:35
Until: Feb 21, 2026 19:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches,
highest above 2000 feet.
* WHERE...Simcoe Highlands.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to
heavy snow.
From: Feb 21, 2026 04:50
Until: Feb 21, 2026 15:15
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.
* WHERE...North Central Oregon.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Even light snowfall amounts can accumulate on roads and
cause dangerous driving conditions due to slippery and
snow-covered roads.
From: Feb 21, 2026 04:50
Until: Feb 21, 2026 15:15
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Upper and Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades
Crest.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Periods of moderate and heavy snow will combine with low
visibilities to create difficult driving conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The advisory does not currently include
Snoqualmie and White passes. Heaviest snowfall is forecast south
of White Pass.
From: Feb 21, 2026 04:50
Until: Feb 21, 2026 15:15
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches.
Snow amounts will be highest for elevations above 1500 feet.
* WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central
Cascades of Oregon.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 19, 2026 04:52
Until: Feb 19, 2026 20:45
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with
the lowest amounts below 1000 feet in elevation and the highest
amounts above 1000-1500 feet in elevation.
* WHERE...Northern and Central Coast Range Valleys and Mountains of
Oregon, Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades,
Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain, Willapa Hills, and
South Washington Cascade Foothills.
* WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 19, 2026 04:52
Until: Feb 19, 2026 20:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 5 inches.
* WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Feb 19, 2026 06:48
Until: Feb 19, 2026 18:00
Winter Weather Advisory
...ACCUMULATING SNOW IS EXPECTED TO CONTINUE THROUGH AT LEAST
THURSDAY MORNING IN THE COAST RANGE, CASCADES, CASCADE FOOTHILLS,
AND ELEVATIONS ABOVE 500 TO 1000 FEET WITHIN THE PORTLAND METRO AND
WILLAMETTE VALLEY...
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 6 inches, with
the lowest amounts between 500-1000 feet in elevation and the
highest amounts above 1000-1500 feet in elevation.
* WHERE...Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades,
North and Central Coast Range Mountains of Oregon, North Oregon
Coast Range Lowlands, Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain,
Willapa Hills, and South Washington Cascade Foothills.
* WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A renewed band of snow showers is expected to
move over the Coast Range between 6pm PST Wednesday and 12am PST
Thursday. Some of these showers may be heavy.
From: Feb 19, 2026 00:27
Until: Feb 19, 2026 12:30
Winter Weather Advisory
...ACCUMULATING SNOW IS EXPECTED TO CONTINUE THROUGH AT LEAST
THURSDAY MORNING IN THE COAST RANGE, CASCADES, CASCADE FOOTHILLS,
AND ELEVATIONS ABOVE 500 TO 1000 FEET WITHIN THE PORTLAND METRO AND
WILLAMETTE VALLEY...
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 8 inches.
Snow amounts will be highest for elevations above 1500 feet.
* WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central
Cascades of Oregon.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 19, 2026 00:27
Until: Feb 19, 2026 12:30
Winter Weather Advisory
...A SERIES OF WEAK SYSTEMS WILL BRING WIDESPREAD SNOW TO THE
NORTHERN OREGON AND SOUTHERN WASHINGTON COAST AND CASCADE RANGES
THROUGH AT LEAST THURSDAY NIGHT...
.A broad area of low pressure will continue to bring widespread snow
showers to elevations above 1000 ft through at least Thursday night.
Given the showery nature of the precipitation and uncertainty as to
the track of tonight's system, there is some variability in forecast
total snow fall accumulations through Thursday night. While the
forecast remains on track for overall snowfall totals, where exactly
the highest snow accumulations occur remain in flux.
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches
through tonight and another 2 to 4 inches of snow Thursday morning
through Thursday night.
* WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central
Cascades of Oregon.
* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 18, 2026 18:00
Until: Feb 19, 2026 12:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 6 inches.
* WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
From: Feb 18, 2026 22:51
Until: Feb 19, 2026 07:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow showers expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8
inches.
* WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 10 AM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to
heavy snow.
From: Feb 18, 2026 09:57
Until: Feb 19, 2026 00:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 7 inches.
* WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to
heavy snow.
From: Feb 18, 2026 16:21
Until: Feb 18, 2026 23:00
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow showers. Additional snow accumulations up to 2 inches.
* WHERE...In Oregon, John Day Basin and Foothills of the Northern
Blue Mountains of Oregon. In Washington, Foothills of the Blue
Mountains of Washington.
* WHEN...Until 3 PM PST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to
heavy snow. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday
morning commute.
From: Feb 18, 2026 09:57
Until: Feb 18, 2026 23:00
Winter Weather Advisory
...A SERIES OF WEAK SYSTEMS WILL BRING WIDESPREAD SNOW TO THE
NORTHERN OREGON AND SOUTHERN WASHINGTON COAST AND CASCADE RANGES
THROUGH AT LEAST THURSDAY NIGHT...
.A broad area of low pressure will continue to bring widespread snow
showers to elevations above 1500 ft through at least Thursday night.
Give the showery nature of the precipitation and uncertainty as to
the exact track of the Wednesday night system, there is some
variability in forecast total snow fall accumulations through
Thursday night. While the forecast remains on track for overall
snowfall totals, where exactly the highest accumulations remain in
flux.
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches
through Wednesday night and another 2 to 4 inches of snow Thursday
morning through Thursday night.
* WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central
Cascades of Oregon.
* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
From: Feb 18, 2026 05:59
Until: Feb 18, 2026 20:00
Special Weather Statement
Visibility of one-quarter mile or less is occurring in patchy
dense fog. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave
plenty of distance ahead of you. Fog is forecast to lift through
morning.
From: Feb 01, 2026 12:07
Until: Feb 01, 2026 18:00
Dense Fog Advisory
* WHAT...Visibility of one-quarter mile or less in areas of dense
fog.
* WHERE...North Central Oregon.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
From: Feb 01, 2026 12:03
Until: Feb 01, 2026 18:00
Dense Fog Advisory
* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
* WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington.
* WHEN...Until noon PST today.
* IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
From: Jan 30, 2026 17:54
Until: Jan 30, 2026 20:00
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Temperatures and wind chills as low as 20 to 25 degrees
Fahrenheit expected.
* WHERE...Central and Southern Willamette Valley, North and Central
Coast Range Valleys of Oregon, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz
River Valleys, Tualatin Valley, Portland West Hills and Chehalem
Mountain, North Clark County Lowlands, Inner Vancouver Metro, and
South Washington Cascade Foothills.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 11 AM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to
frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
From: Jan 24, 2026 19:33
Until: Jan 25, 2026 19:00
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Temperatures and wind chills as low as 15 to 25 degrees
Fahrenheit expected.
* WHERE...The Lower Elevations of Northwest Oregon, and The Lower
Elevations of Southwest Washington.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to noon PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to
frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
From: Jan 23, 2026 20:51
Until: Jan 24, 2026 20:00
Special Weather Statement
Periods of light snow, freezing drizzle and and freezing fog
are possible into the early afternoon hours. Slick spots on
roadways, bridges, overpasses, sidewalks, and lightly used
corridors are possible due to the cold temperatures.
Motorists are urged to use caution. If you encounter dense fog,
or slick surfaces, slow down, use low beam headlights, and allow
for extra space between your vehicle and those around you.
From: Jan 23, 2026 18:12
Until: Jan 23, 2026 21:30
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 to 25 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Western and Central Columbia River Gorge, the Corbett area
and the Hood River Valley, Eastern Portland/Vancouver Metro,
Willapa Hills and Adjacent River Valleys of Pacific and Wahkiakum
Counties, North and Central Coast Range Mountains of Oregon,
Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain, Inner Portland Metro,
Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties, Lane County Cascade
Foothills, and South Washington Cascade Foothills.
* WHEN...Until noon PST today.
* IMPACTS...Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to
frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
From: Jan 23, 2026 18:16
Until: Jan 23, 2026 20:00
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Western and Central Columbia River Gorge, the Corbett area
and the Hood River Valley, Eastern Portland/Vancouver Metro,
Willapa Hills and Adjacent River Valleys of Pacific and Wahkiakum
Counties, North and Central Coast Range Mountains of Oregon,
Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain, Inner Portland Metro,
Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties, Lane County Cascade
Foothills, and South Washington Cascade Foothills.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to noon PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to
frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
From: Jan 22, 2026 21:01
Until: Jan 23, 2026 20:00
Special Weather Statement
Pockets of freezing fog are being observed via webcams between
Shaniko and north of Redmond on US 97. Visibilities as low as one
quarter mile or less in freezing fog is expected to persist
until the early morning hours, leading to the potential for slick
roadways - especially across bridges and overpasses. If you
encounter dense fog, slow down, use low beam headlights, and allow
for extra space between your vehicle and those around you.
From: Jan 23, 2026 07:53
Until: Jan 23, 2026 14:00
Air Stagnation Advisory
* WHAT...Poor air quality will continue. This is due to an inversion
and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to
trap pollutants.
* WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington,
Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Washington, Foothills of the
Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Central Oregon, Kittitas
Valley, Yakima Valley, Foothills of the Blue Mountains of
Washington, and Simcoe Highlands.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems.
From: Jan 19, 2026 13:30
Until: Jan 21, 2026 00:00
Air Stagnation Advisory
* WHAT...Poor air quality will continue. This is due to an inversion
and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to
trap pollutants.
* WHERE...Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon and
North Central Oregon.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems.
From: Jan 19, 2026 21:32
Until: Jan 21, 2026 00:00
Air Stagnation Advisory
* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory, visibility half mile or less
in freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, poor air quality
will continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air
conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants.
* WHERE...North Central Oregon.
* WHEN...For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST today. For
the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems. Low visibility could make driving conditions
hazardous, especially along portions of US-97.
From: Jan 20, 2026 16:31
Until: Jan 20, 2026 20:00
Air Stagnation Advisory
* WHAT...Poor air quality will continue. This is due to an inversion
and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to
trap pollutants.
* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon
and central, south central, and southeast Washington.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems.
From: Jan 20, 2026 16:31
Until: Jan 20, 2026 20:00
Freezing Fog Advisory
* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory, visibility half mile or less
in freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, poor air quality
will continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air
conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants.
* WHERE...North Central Oregon.
* WHEN...For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST today. For
the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with
respiratory problems. Low visibility could make driving conditions
hazardous, especially along portions of US-97.
From: Jan 20, 2026 16:31
Until: Jan 20, 2026 20:00
