Pendleton, Oregon, is set to experience triple-digit temperatures starting Sunday morning, June 8, as a Heat Advisory takes effect at 11 a.m. The highs are expected to reach 100°F by Monday, with valley temperatures reaching up to 103°F by **Tuesday.
What to Expect Starting Sunday
The National Weather Service has issued the Heat Advisory, which will be in effect from 11 a.m. Sunday until 9 p.m. Tuesday. This advisory covers Pendleton, Pilot Rock, and surrounding areas, including the foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains. Health officials warn that this intense heat could lead to heat-related illnesses, especially for the elderly, children, and anyone working outdoors.
The high temperature on Sunday will be around 95°F, rising to 100°F on Monday, with lows only dipping to the mid-60s, providing little overnight relief. Tuesday will remain scorching with highs near 96°F.
How to Stay Safe in the Heat
To stay safe during this extreme heat, follow these tips:
- Stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activities, especially in the afternoon.
- Check on neighbors, especially the elderly, and make sure they are staying cool.
- Never leave children or pets in vehicles, even for a short time.
- Those working outdoors should reschedule activities to early morning or evening hours, and take frequent breaks in the shade or indoors.
What’s Coming After the Heat?
Relief is expected by Wednesday night, with temperatures cooling to around 52°F overnight. Wednesday will bring a high of 87°F, and by Thursday, temperatures will dip to 79°F during the day, with cooler 40s overnight.
Pendleton 5-Day Weather Forecast (June 7–12)
- Saturday, June 7: Sunny, high 85°F
- Sunday, June 8: High 95°F, Heat Advisory from 11 a.m.
- Monday, June 9: High 100°F, continued heat
- Tuesday, June 10: High 96°F, Heat Advisory remains
- Wednesday, June 11: High 87°F, relief starts
- Thursday, June 12: High 79°F, cooler temperatures return
Pendleton is set to face dangerous heat starting Sunday, June 8, with a Heat Advisory in effect until Tuesday evening. Temperatures will reach as high as 103°F in some areas. Stay safe by staying hydrated, avoiding the heat during peak hours, and checking on your neighbors. Cooler weather should return by Wednesday night.
