A heat advisory has been issued across the Willamette Valley June 8 and 9 for temperatures in the mid 90s while extreme heat north of 100 degrees is expected to hit north-central Oregon.
The National Weather Service forecasted temperatures to reach 92 and 96 degrees in Portland, Salem and Eugene both days, while an extreme heat watch was issued for the eastern Columbia Gorge and Plateau that could bring temperatures as high as 104.
Temperatures will reach the mid 90s June 8 and 9 in the Willamette Valley.
“In the Willamette Valley we’re not expecting 100 degrees just yet but it could get close,” NWS meteorologist Colby Neuman said.
The average temperatures this time of year in the Willamette Valley is about 72 degrees.
Temperatures likely to fall short of records
Salem and Eugene are forecast to hit 93 and 94 degrees, likely falling short of record levels.
The record-high temperature in Salem for June 8 was 98 degrees and June 9 was 96, both set in 1955.
The first 100 degree day in Salem was recorded on May 28, 1983.
Temperatures are expected to cool back toward average levels by midweek.
“Right now we’ve got a high pressure ridge blocking any ocean air from reaching us and keeping that heat in place,” Neuman said.
The ridge is expected to break down later in the week and allow cooler ocean air to come in.
How to stay cool in Oregon during hot weather
On the hottest days, the National Weather Service suggested:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in a cool place during the heat of the day, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
For those without air conditioning, use fans to keep air moving. Keeps windows closed during the day and open at night.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing.
Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Temperatures expected to crack 100 in Oregon’s southern Blue Mountains
An extreme heat warning was issued for north-central Oregon, near small towns such as Condon, for temperatures up to 101 degrees.
Zach Urness has been an outdoors reporter in Oregon for 18 years and is host of the Explore Oregon Podcast. He can be reached at zurness@StatesmanJournal.com or (503) 399-6801. Find him on X at @ZachsORoutdoors and BlueSky at oregonoutdoors.bsky.social.
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