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

Winter Storm Warning issued January 6 at 2:04PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Tue January 6, 2026, 2:04 PM
Expires: Tue January 6, 2026, 11:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 7 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snow expected through Tuesday night.

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.

Wind Advisory issued January 6 at 1:20PM PST until January 6 at 6:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Tue January 6, 2026, 1:20 PM
Expires: Tue January 6, 2026, 6:00 PM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Yakima Valley and Lower Columbia Basin of Washington. * WHEN...Until 6 PM PST 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 January 6 at 8:42PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Tue January 6, 2026, 8:42 PM
Expires: Wed January 7, 2026, 4:45 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to heavy snow. 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 January 6 at 2:04PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Tue January 6, 2026, 2:04 PM
Expires: Tue January 6, 2026, 11:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 16 and 35 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. In Washington, Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heavy snowfall and very low visibility will create extremely dangerous driving conditions. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snow expected through Tuesday night.

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 January 6 at 8:42PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Tue January 6, 2026, 8:42 PM
Expires: Wed January 7, 2026, 4:45 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. In Washington, Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heavy snowfall and very low visibility will create extremely dangerous 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 January 6 at 1:43PM PST until January 8 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Tue January 6, 2026, 1:43 PM
Expires: Wed January 7, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations between 1 and 3 feet. Up to 4 feet of snow above 5000 feet in elevation. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central Cascades of Oregon. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds and falling snow may reduce visibility at times. Low probability of impactful visibility reduction below 4500 feet in elevation.

Consider postponing travel until weather conditions improve. If you must travel, be sure to slow down and allow extra time. If your car becomes trapped in deep snow, be sure to keep your car off to stay safe from potential carbon monoxide poisoning. If you are using a generator, be sure to keep it outdoors and away from windows and vents. Be aware that walking surfaces may be slick. Walk with extra care. Backcountry recreation is not advised.