Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Union and Wallowa Counties

3-6 inches of snow expected overnight in the Blue Mountain Region

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Union and Wallowa counties in Oregon, as well as the surrounding Blue Mountain Region. The advisory warns of 3-6 inches of snow accumulation overnight, which could make travel difficult due to periods of moderate to heavy snowfall.

Why it matters

Winter weather advisories are common in this mountainous region, but the timing of this storm during the evening commute and overnight hours could create hazardous driving conditions for residents and travelers in the affected areas.

The details

The National Weather Service Pendleton office issued the winter weather advisory, which is in effect until 3 PM PST on Wednesday. The advisory covers the Grande Ronde Valley, Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon, and Wallowa County. Drivers are advised to slow down and use caution, with the latest road conditions available on the TripCheck.com website or by calling 511.

  • The winter weather advisory is in effect until 3 PM PST on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service Pendleton Office

The regional office of the National Weather Service that issued the winter weather advisory for the Blue Mountain Region of Oregon.

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The takeaway

Residents and travelers in Union and Wallowa counties should be prepared for potentially hazardous driving conditions overnight and into Wednesday due to the expected snowfall, and should check road conditions before venturing out.