BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Friday brings a slight cooldown to the region, with highs rising into the low to mid 70s. Even with the cooler temperatures, we’re still running above average for early May, when normal highs are usually in the mid 60s. The overall weather pattern isn’t changing much as this weak system moves
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Expect a bright, sunny finish to your Thursday. While Bend hits 80 degrees, our mountain-fringe neighbors in Sisters and Sunriver will stay a touch milder in the low-to-mid 70s. It’s a perfect window for the south-county crew down in La Pine to hit the trails or get the yard work done early, especially before those
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Above normal temperatures are back in the forecast today with highs climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s this afternoon. Expect breezy conditions at times, mainly during the afternoon and evening. Relative humidity levels are staying low today across Central Oregon. Combined with breezy winds and warm temperatures, fire concerns
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We are officially in that stretch of weather that rewards you for calling Central Oregon home. I’m tracking a total regional turnaround that brings us back to that “sweet spot” we look for this time of year. Whether you’re heading to the river, finishing up evening chores on the acreage, or grabbing a post-work pint,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The warm and dry pattern continues as high pressure remains parked over the Pacific Northwest. Today looks to be the warmest day of the work week, with highs climbing back into the 80s under sunny skies. Afternoon west to northwest winds will likely gust around 15 to 25 mph. Skies will
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If it feels like Central Oregon skipped spring and jumped straight into early summer, you’re not wrong. We’re in the middle of a warm, dry pattern that’s going to stick around for a while, bringing plenty of sunshine and temperatures running well above normal across Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville. Despite prescribed burns happening at
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re holding onto warm, summer-like temperatures across the High Desert this week, running about 10 to 15 degrees above normal. This is thanks to a strong ridge of high pressure building over the Pacific Northwest. If you have outdoor plans for Cinco de Mayo, conditions are looking great. The region warms
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon is settling into a stretch of warm, dry weather this week, with temperatures running well above normal and skies staying mostly clear. Highs across Bend, Redmond, Madras, and Prineville are climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s, about 10 to 15 degrees warmer than what we typically see
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We have a beautiful week ahead with plenty of sunshine and unseasonably warm temperatures as a ridge of high pressure builds over the Pacific Northwest. Today will feel more summer-like with highs climbing into the 70s and 80s. Typical highs for early May are in the low to mid 60s. Expect
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The High Desert is holding onto that summer-like feel today with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures across the tri-county area. Whether you are hitting the trails or heading to the river, here is what you need to know for the rest of your Sunday. Today’s Lifestyle Tracker ☀️ Sun Exposure: HIGH. Highs are reaching
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We are wrapping up the first half of the weekend, and we’re tracking a change in the weather for tonight followed by a very warm Sunday. Here is your Local Alert Weather Forecast Central Oregon and the Tri-County area. Even with the season wrapped up, the views of South Sister and Sparks Lake remain iconic
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CENTRAL OREGON- It’s a “Layer Down” weekend, Central Oregon! A major warm-up is officially here, sending temperatures skyrocketing nearly 20 degrees above our seasonal averages. While the tri-county valley floor stays dry and toasty, we are tracking a “Cascade Splash” in the works for Saturday. Afternoon gold at Black Butte Ranch!Looking southwest from the Lodge,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Expect warmer than normal temperatures into next week as high pressure builds over the Pacific Northwest. A low pressure system moves in this weekend, bringing a slight chance of spotty showers or thunderstorms, mainly in the Cascades. Highs climb into the mid to upper 70s today, with increasing clouds this afternoon
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – More prescribed burns today across the region adding smoke to the skies. This round will be similar to Wednesday as the ground litter gets burned away. The plumes of smoke will be visible from most locations near Bend and points south, so be aware that we will have poor air quality
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A ridge of high pressure is building over the Pacific Northwest, bringing warmer than normal temperatures into next week. Prescribed burn smoke is impacting air quality in parts of Deschutes County again this morning. Some may want to hold off on outdoor plans until AQI levels improve. Expect mostly sunny skies
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Warming pattern continues through the weekend as high pressure moves inland. The high pressure will not be the normal arching ridge, but more of an elongated nose of warmer air that migrates into Oregon. This feature will stall out across the Pacific Northwest and keep the temperatures in the 70s through
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon continues the warming pattern, with highs in the mid to upper 60s today. Above normal temperatures are expected over the next several days as high pressure builds over the Pacific Northwest. Smoke from prescribed burns may impact air quality around your area today. Conditions should improve during the heat
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Warmer pattern on the way as we reach the middle and upper 60s today, with a chance for several days in a row of 70-degree conditions. The run of 70s will begin Wednesday as a ridge of high pressure migrated over the Pacific Northwest. This ridge is going to nose into
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re continuing the warming trend, with temperatures rising well above normal as we head toward the end of the week. Prescribed burning has impacted the air quality in parts of Deschutes County today. Smoke tends to settle in overnight into the early morning, so you should close the windows. Today stays
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Variably cloudy skies today with some rain in the eastern third of Oregon. Central Oregon may see a stray shower, but generally cloudy mild weather is in store for the region. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the eastern third of the state under the “General Thunderstorm” category, so no severe
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