Water Temperature of the Columbia River in Goldendale, WA
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Monday, June 15, 2026, 5:00 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

Tue
H: 86°F
L: 56°F

Wed
H: 86°F
L: 45°F

Thu
H: 88°F
L: 53°F

Fri
H: 94°F
L: 56°F

Sat
H: 78°F
L: 52°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.8 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.5 μg/m3
Ozone: 60 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
Wind Advisory issued June 15 at 1:21PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Effective: Mon June 15, 2026, 1:21 PM
Expires: Mon June 15, 2026, 11:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, hot conditions with temperatures of 90 to 100 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington and Kittitas Valley. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 10 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. 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.
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 1:21PM PDT until June 15 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Effective: Mon June 15, 2026, 1:21 PM
Expires: Mon June 15, 2026, 11:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, hot conditions with temperatures of 90 to 100 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington and Kittitas Valley. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 10 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. 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.
Wind Advisory issued June 15 at 1:21PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Effective: Mon June 15, 2026, 1:21 PM
Expires: Mon June 15, 2026, 11:00 PM
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Simcoe Highlands. * WHEN...From 10 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Wind Advisory issued June 15 at 8:29PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Effective: Mon June 15, 2026, 8:29 PM
Expires: Tue June 16, 2026, 12:00 AM
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, hot conditions with temperatures of 90 to 100 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington and Kittitas Valley. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 10 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. 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.
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 8:29PM PDT until June 15 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Effective: Mon June 15, 2026, 8:29 PM
Expires: Tue June 16, 2026, 12:00 AM
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, hot conditions with temperatures of 90 to 100 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington and Kittitas Valley. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 10 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. 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.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.88 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.42 μg/m3
Ozone: 60.58 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: 2.61 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.45 μg/m3
Ozone: 63.08 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: 4.97 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.35 μg/m3
Ozone: 66.54 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
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.71 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.58 μg/m3
Ozone: 86.17 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:04 PM
Sunset: 8:56 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 43 mins
Moon Transit: 5:39 PM
Moonset: 12:01 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 18.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:31 AM - 3:01 AM5:09 PM - 7:39 PM
Minor Periods
10:12 AM - 11:42 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.02 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.78 μg/m3
Ozone: 56.5 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:04 PM
Sunset: 8:56 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 43 mins
Moon Transit: 6:24 PM
Moonset: 12:22 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 27.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
1:18 AM - 3:48 AM5:54 PM - 8:24 PM
Minor Periods
11:26 AM - 12:56 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
