Residents of Central Oregon should prepare for a windy Saturday evening as a Red Flag Warning stays in force until 10 p.m. The warning covers the areas around Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville, where southwest winds of 10‑20 mph are expected to gust up to 30 mph. Low relative humidity will increase fire danger, so outdoor burning and other ignition sources should be avoided.
Saturday night conditions
Despite the wind, skies will remain mostly clear. Overnight lows will dip into the mid‑40s to lower 50s across the core cities, with some higher‑elevation spots on the east slopes of the Cascades dropping into the upper 30s later in the week.
Sunday sunshine
Sunday promises abundant sunshine and lighter winds. High temperatures in Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville are forecast to reach the lower to mid‑80s. Along the east‑side Cascade communities of Sisters, Sunriver and La Pine, highs will generally sit in the upper 60s to upper 70s, with a few valleys climbing into the low 80s.
Early‑week warming trend
Temperatures will rise again as the workweek begins. Monday’s highs are expected to climb to the upper 80s to lower 90s, while Tuesday could see lows in the lower to mid‑90s across much of Central Oregon. A brief cooldown is projected for Wednesday, with highs returning to the 80s.
Extended outlook
Dry, clear conditions are set to continue through the end of the week, with no rain or thunderstorms in the forecast. Overnight lows will generally stay in the 40s and 50s, though some areas on the east slopes may see temperatures dip into the upper 30s later next week.
Safety reminders
Authorities urge residents to stay alert to fire‑danger conditions while the Red Flag Warning is active. Avoid using open flames, discard smoking materials responsibly, and keep fire‑suppression equipment readily available.
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Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.
