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

Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 6:14AM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Tue July 21, 2026, 6:14 AM
Expires: Tue July 21, 2026, 10:15 PM

* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures up to 100 to 103 degrees expected, with 101 to 105 degrees in the Columbia Basin. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington, Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Washington, Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Yakima Valley, and Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heat will begin today, with widespread moderate and locally major HeatRisk. Wednesday looks to be the hottest day, with Major HeatRisk across the Columbia Basin, Yakima Valley and portions of the Gorge and Blue Mountain Foothills. Thursday will also see widespread moderate HeatRisk and locally major HeatRisk, mainly across the Columbia Basin. Smoke from area wildfires could end up affecting how hot temperatures get.

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.