Station 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

Nearby Water Temperatures

Wind Advisory issued April 2 at 2:14AM PDT until April 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Thu April 2, 2026, 2:14 AM
Expires: Thu April 2, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 35 to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington, Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon, North Central Oregon, Kittitas Valley, and Simcoe Highlands. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT this evening. * 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.

Winter Storm Warning issued April 1 at 10:34PM PDT until April 2 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Wed April 1, 2026, 10:34 PM
Expires: Thu April 2, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of moderate and heavy snow will combine with low visibilities to create difficult driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.

Winter Storm Warning issued April 2 at 10:58AM PDT until April 2 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Thu April 2, 2026, 10:58 AM
Expires: Thu April 2, 2026, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Periods of moderate and heavy snow will combine with low visibilities to create difficult driving conditions.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.

Winter Weather Advisory issued April 1 at 9:50PM PDT until April 2 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Wed April 1, 2026, 9:50 PM
Expires: Thu April 2, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow above 3000 feet. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Cascades. In Washington, South Washington Cascades. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a 40-60% chance for snowfall rates exceeding 1 inch per hour along highway 26 near Government Camp, with the highest chances occurring between 3-6 AM Thursday.

Have a winter emergency driving kit readily available. Common items to include: flashlight, batteries, blankets, a shovel, water, non-perishable food items, tire chains, etc. Be aware that walking surfaces may be slick. Walk with extra care. For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon, call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com. For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Washington, visit: wsdot.com/travel/real-time/map

Freeze Watch issued April 1 at 9:44PM PDT until April 3 at 10:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Wed April 1, 2026, 9:44 PM
Expires: Thu April 2, 2026, 9:45 AM

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 29 to 32 possible. * WHERE...South Willamette Valley, Upper Hood River Valley, Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties, and Lane County Cascade Foothills. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Take steps now to protect tender outdoor plants from the cold. Consider temporarily moving outdoor potted plants indoors if they are sensitive to cold temperatures. Consider temporarily covering sensitive plants with a lightweight cotton fabric (i.e., bedsheets, thin blankets), as this will help retain heat and provide frost protection for your plants.