Eugene, Oregon – A streak of unseasonably warm and dry spring weather is sweeping across western Oregon, pushing Eugene into the 80s by Friday and triggering fire weather concerns across Lane County.
According to the National Weather Service in Portland, Eugene will see mostly sunny skies and a high near 71°F on Wednesday, followed by even warmer temperatures Thursday and Friday, peaking at 76°F. Winds will be light to moderate, but dry conditions and rising daytime highs have prompted early fire weather awareness for outdoor burn restrictions. No official Red Flag Warning has been issued yet, but residents are urged to avoid unnecessary burning and monitor local fire updates.
Calm evenings and mild overnight lows in the mid-40s will continue through Friday. However, changes arrive this weekend as showers move into the region. Saturday stays mostly dry, but rain is likely Sunday and Monday, with highs cooling into the 60s. Sunday’s system may bring light accumulation and slick conditions to local roads, especially along the I-5 corridor near Creswell and Springfield…