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 March 31 at 7:58PM PDT until April 2 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Tue March 31, 2026, 7:58 PM
Expires: Wed April 1, 2026, 12:00 PM

...COLD AND WET STORM BRINGS HEAVY MOUNTAIN SNOW TO THE CASCADES... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to 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 Weather Advisory issued March 31 at 9:14PM PDT until April 2 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Tue March 31, 2026, 9:14 PM
Expires: Wed April 1, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 5 to 11 inches, except 12 to 20 inches above 5500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Cascades. In Washington, South Washington Cascades. * WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to 5 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a 10-25% chance for snowfall rates exceeding 1 inch per hour along highway 26 near Government Camp at any given hour, with the highest chances occurring between 6 PM Wednesday and 12 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

Winter Weather Advisory issued April 1 at 9:58AM PDT until April 2 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Wed April 1, 2026, 9:58 AM
Expires: Thu April 2, 2026, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3000 feet. Additional snow accumulations between 6 to 11 inches, except 12 to 20 inches above 4500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 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 12-7 PM Wednesday and 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