Water Temperature of the Columbia River in Goldendale, WA
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Sunday, June 14, 2026, 4:00 PM PDT
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Local Points of Interest
Lake Celilo; John Day Dam; Cliffs Park; Rufus, ORStation Name: COLUMBIA RIVER, RIGHT BANK, NEAR CLIFFS, WA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 154 feet
Nearest Address:
146–174 John Day Dam Rd
Goldendale, WA 98620
Klickitat County
GPS Coordinates: 45.7134579, -120.710893
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Weather for Goldendale, Washington
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Sun
H: 92°F
L: 62°F

Mon
H: 96°F
L: 67°F

Tue
H: 85°F
L: 56°F

Wed
H: 87°F
L: 45°F

Thu
H: 92°F
L: 54°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.1 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.2 μg/m3
Ozone: 73 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:03 PM
Sunset: 8:54 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 42 mins
Moon Transit: 12:42 AM
Moonset: 9:17 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
8:30 PM - 11:00 PM12:12 AM - 2:42 PM
Minor Periods
8:47 PM - 10:17 PM3:43 AM - 5:13 AM
Action Rating: 6 out of 5
Fire Weather Watch issued June 14 at 11:26AM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Effective: Sun June 14, 2026, 11:26 AM
Expires: Sun June 14, 2026, 7:30 PM
...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Possible Tuesday... .Windy conditions and low relative humidity will combine with dry fuels resulting in potential for wildfire spread. The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 691 Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and 691 Lower Columbia Basin of Washington. * TIMING...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * WINDS...West 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 19 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.
Heat Advisory issued June 14 at 11:48AM PDT until June 15 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Effective: Sun June 14, 2026, 11:48 AM
Expires: Mon June 15, 2026, 12:00 PM
* WHAT...Hot conditions with afternoon high temperatures of 90 to 100 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington, Central Oregon, Kittitas Valley, and Yakima Valley. * WHEN...From 10 AM to 10 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit 211info.org for Oregon or wa211.org for Washington anytime.
Fire Weather Watch issued June 14 at 6:55PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Effective: Sun June 14, 2026, 6:55 PM
Expires: Mon June 15, 2026, 3:00 PM
...Critical Fire Weather Conditions Possible Tuesday... .Windy conditions and low relative humidity will combine with dry fuels resulting in potential for wildfire spread. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 691 Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and 691 Lower Columbia Basin of Washington. * TIMING...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * WINDS...West 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 19 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 14 at 10:50AM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Portland OR
Effective: Sun June 14, 2026, 10:50 AM
Expires: Mon June 15, 2026, 12:15 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 95 to 100 degrees F expected. * WHERE...Portland Metro Lowlands, Western Columbia River Gorge, Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain, Inner Vancouver Metro, and East Clark County Lowlands. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak heating days will be today and Monday with a slight cool down on Tuesday. Overnight temperatures will remain elevated tonight into Monday morning, and Monday night into Tuesday morning. Night time temperatures ranging from 63 to 67 degrees F will lead to poor overnight relief. There is currently a 10-30% chance that night time temperatures remain above 70 degrees F Sunday night into Monday morning, and a 2-5% chance Monday night into Tuesday morning. There is a 25-45% chance of high temperatures of 100 degrees F or more on Monday.
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, unless air quality is degraded due to wildfire smoke. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. 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. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. If you do not have air conditioning in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the heat.
Heat Advisory issued June 14 at 10:50AM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Portland OR
Effective: Sun June 14, 2026, 10:50 AM
Expires: Mon June 15, 2026, 12:15 AM
* WHAT...Temperatures of 92 to 98 degrees F expected. * WHERE...Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Northern and Central Coast Range Valleys and Mountains of Oregon, Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, Central Columbia River Gorge and the Hood River Valley, Willapa Hills and Adjacent River Valleys of Pacific and Wahkiakum Counties, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, Outer Southeast Portland Metro, West Columbia River Gorge of Oregon above 500 ft, North Clark County Lowlands, and South Washington Cascade Foothills. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak heating days will be today and Monday with a slight cool down on Tuesday. Overnight temperatures will remain elevated Sunday night into Monday morning, and Monday night into Tuesday morning. Night time temperatures ranging from 60 to 65 degrees F will lead to limited overnight relief. There is currently a 15-35% chance that night time temperatures remain above 70 degrees F Sunday night into Monday across the westernmost parts of the Central and Southern Willamette Valley which would lead to poor overnight relief.
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, unless air quality is degraded due to wildfire smoke. 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. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. If you do not have air conditioning in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the heat. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. For sheltering information and other human services, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit 211info.org in Oregon or wa211.org in Washington.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.5 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.21 μg/m3
Ozone: 76.79 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:03 PM
Sunset: 8:54 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 42 mins
Moon Transit: 12:42 AM
Moonset: 9:17 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
8:30 PM - 11:00 PM12:12 AM - 2:42 PM
Minor Periods
8:47 PM - 10:17 PM3:43 AM - 5:13 AM
Action Rating: 6 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.56 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.3 μg/m3
Ozone: 79.17 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:03 PM
Sunset: 8:55 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 42 mins
Moon Transit: 1:50 PM
Moonset: 10:18 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 3.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:20 PM - 3:50 PM
Minor Periods
9:48 PM - 11:18 PM4:47 AM - 6:17 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.91 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.37 μg/m3
Ozone: 59.79 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:03 PM
Sunset: 8:55 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 43 mins
Moon Transit: 2:55 PM
Moonset: 11:03 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM2:25 PM - 4:55 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM6:05 AM - 7:35 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.97 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.35 μg/m3
Ozone: 63.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:03 PM
Sunset: 8:55 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 43 mins
Moon Transit: 3:56 PM
Moonset: 12:03 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 4.6%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM3:26 PM - 5:56 PM
Minor Periods
7:29 AM - 8:59 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.71 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.33 μg/m3
Ozone: 60 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:04 PM
Sunset: 8:56 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 43 mins
Moon Transit: 4:50 PM
Moonset: 12:36 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 10.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM4:20 PM - 6:50 PM
Minor Periods
8:52 AM - 10:22 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
