Water Temperature of the Columbia River in Goldendale, WA

Current Water Temperature

41.9°F

Measurement Time: Friday, January 23, 2026, 12:00 PM PST

Temperature Locations

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Local Points of Interest

Lake Celilo; John Day Dam; Cliffs Park; Rufus, OR

Columbia River

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

Deschutes River, Biggs Junction, OR (11.3 mi)
Columbia River, The Dalles, OR (24.2 mi)
Yakima River, Sunnyside, WA (49.4 mi)
Yakima River, Prosser, WA (57 mi)
Yakima River, Wapato, WA (57.9 mi)
Bull Run River, Brightwood, OR (58.3 mi)
Eagle Creek, Bonneville, OR (58.6 mi)
Willow Creek, Heppner, OR (61.5 mi)
Willow Lake, Heppner, OR (62.2 mi)
Columbia River, Dodson, OR (64.5 mi)
Bull Run River, Corbett, OR (64.6 mi)
Fir Creek, Brightwood, OR (65.6 mi)
North Fork Bull Run River, Corbett, OR (65.8 mi)
South Fork Bull Run River, Marmot, OR (70.1 mi)
Deschutes River, Madras, OR (73 mi)

Weather for Goldendale, Washington

Current Weather

34°F
Overcast
Overcast
32.7°F
32.3°F
75%
WNW 2.2 mph
6.7 mph
28.6°F
24.3°F
0 in
100%
9 mi
1032 mbar
0

Five Day Weather Forecast

Overcast
Fri
H: 38°F
L: 30°F
Sunny
Sat
H: 40°F
L: 25°F
Sunny
Sun
H: 38°F
L: 20°F
Overcast
Mon
H: 41°F
L: 23°F
Sunny
Tue
H: 45°F
L: 27°F

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 4.45 μg/m3
PM10: 4.55 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 213.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.45 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.95 μg/m3
Ozone: 73 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:33 AM
Sun Transit: 12:14 AM
Sunset: 4:56 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 23 mins
Moonrise: 9:45 AM
Moon Transit: 6:54 AM
Moonset: 10:45 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 24.4%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

6:24 AM - 8:54 AM
6:24 AM - 8:54 AM

Minor Periods

10:15 PM - 11:45 PM
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Special Weather Statement issued January 23 at 10:12AM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 10:12 AM
Expires: Fri January 23, 2026, 1:30 PM

Periods of light snow, freezing drizzle and and freezing fog are possible into the early afternoon hours. Slick spots on roadways, bridges, overpasses, sidewalks, and lightly used corridors are possible due to the cold temperatures. Motorists are urged to use caution. If you encounter dense fog, or slick surfaces, slow down, use low beam headlights, and allow for extra space between your vehicle and those around you.


Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 12:51PM PST until January 24 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 12:51 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Temperatures and wind chills as low as 15 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit expected. * WHERE...The Lower Elevations of Northwest Oregon, and The Lower Elevations of Southwest Washington. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to noon PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure.

Those planning to venture outdoors should use common sense and dress warmly, making sure exposed skin is properly covered to prevent frostbite and/or hypothermia. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the cold.


Friday, January 23, 2026

Weather Forecast

Overcast
38.1°F
30.2°F
32.8°F
75%
0 in
0%
0%
4.9 mph
0.3


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 3.9 μg/m3
PM10: 3.96 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 206.01 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.16 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.07 μg/m3
Ozone: 66.36 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:33 AM
Sun Transit: 12:14 AM
Sunset: 4:56 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 23 mins
Moonrise: 9:45 AM
Moon Transit: 6:54 AM
Moonset: 10:45 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 24.4%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

6:24 AM - 8:54 AM
6:24 AM - 8:54 AM

Minor Periods

10:15 PM - 11:45 PM
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
39.6°F
24.8°F
29.6°F
67%
0 in
0%
0%
4.3 mph
0.3


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 5.01 μg/m3
PM10: 5.12 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 225.05 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.51 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.05 μg/m3
Ozone: 72.24 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:33 AM
Sun Transit: 12:15 AM
Sunset: 4:58 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 25 mins
Moonrise: 10:04 AM
Moon Transit: 4:54 PM
Moonset: 12:01 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 34.7%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
4:24 PM - 6:54 PM

Minor Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
9:34 AM - 11:04 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
38.3°F
19.6°F
26.9°F
77%
0 in
0%
0%
4.7 mph
0.3


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 4.4 μg/m3
PM10: 4.58 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 224.81 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.18 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.11 μg/m3
Ozone: 71 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:32 AM
Sun Transit: 12:15 AM
Sunset: 4:59 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 28 mins
Moonrise: 10:25 AM
Moon Transit: 5:44 PM
Moonset: 12:01 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 45.8%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:34 AM - 3:04 AM
5:14 PM - 7:44 PM

Minor Periods

9:55 AM - 11:25 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Monday, January 26, 2026

Weather Forecast

Overcast
40.6°F
23.4°F
29.9°F
67%
0 in
0%
0%
2.9 mph
0


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 6.67 μg/m3
PM10: 7.12 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 241.06 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.56 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.21 μg/m3
Ozone: 60.76 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:31 AM
Sun Transit: 12:15 AM
Sunset: 5:01 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 30 mins
Moonrise: 10:51 AM
Moon Transit: 6:38 PM
Moonset: 1:20 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 57.1%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

1:25 AM - 3:55 AM
6:08 PM - 8:38 PM

Minor Periods

10:21 AM - 11:51 AM
12:50 AM - 2:20 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
44.7°F
26.7°F
32.3°F
65%
0 in
0%
0%
8.1 mph
2


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 13.15 μg/m3
PM10: 14.07 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 260.44 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 14.74 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.47 μg/m3
Ozone: 53.85 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:30 AM
Sun Transit: 12:15 AM
Sunset: 5:02 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 32 mins
Moonrise: 11:24 AM
Moon Transit: 7:36 PM
Moonset: 2:42 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 68.0%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

2:21 AM - 4:51 AM
7:06 PM - 9:36 PM

Minor Periods

10:54 AM - 12:24 AM
2:12 AM - 3:42 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

The times presented here are based upon the solunar theory, which is the idea that the movements of fish and other animals are affected by the location of the sun and moon. The major periods are believed to be the times of the greatest animal activity and occur when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot (lunar transits). The minor periods also see increased activity and occur when the moon is rising or setting. The strongest activity occurs during full or new moons, and the weakest during quarter or three quarter moons. This is indicated by the Action Rating.

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