Wind Advisory
2025-12-24T16:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...South winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Greater Portland/Vancouver Metro, Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Northern and Central Coast Range Valleys and Mountains of Oregon, Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, Willapa Hills and Adjacent River Valleys of Pacific and Wahkiakum Counties, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, and South Washington Cascade Foothills. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The peak winds will occur for only 1 to 3 hours at any given location with gusts of 20 to 40 mph lasting for another 2 to 3 hours after. Peak winds will begin in Lane county, moving north into Southwest Washington through the advisory time frame. There is a 10 percent chance of peak wind gusts 55 to 70 mph through the advisory area.

Trask Mountain Mountain Peaks

Mountain Peaks

Pacific Ranges

Northwest U.S. Coast Ranges

Last Updated: December 24, 2025

Trask Mountain, an imposing peak located in the Pacific Ranges mountain range, stands as a prominent feature in the region.

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Summary

With its impressive elevation and size, it attracts mountaineers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Rising majestically, Trask Mountain reaches a towering height, providing breathtaking views from its summit.

During the winter season, Trask Mountain is blanketed in a diverse snowpack range. The snowpack varies in depth and consistency throughout the mountain, making it an enticing destination for backcountry skiing and snowboarding. As the seasons transition, the snowpack gradually melts, feeding a network of creeks and rivers that flow down from the slopes of the mountain. These waterways act as vital sources of runoff, contributing to the region's water supply and creating picturesque landscapes.

Delving into the history and folklore surrounding Trask Mountain, it is interesting to note that the origin of its name remains a subject of speculation. While no definitive historical accounts exist, local lore suggests that the mountain may have been named after an early explorer or settler in the area. Such tales often add an air of mystique and wonder to the mountain, further enhancing its allure for those who venture to its heights.

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Wind Advisory
Until 2025-12-24T16:00:00-08:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...South winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Greater Portland/Vancouver Metro, Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Northern and Central Coast Range Valleys and Mountains of Oregon, Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, Willapa Hills and Adjacent River Valleys of Pacific and Wahkiakum Counties, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, and South Washington Cascade Foothills. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The peak winds will occur for only 1 to 3 hours at any given location with gusts of 20 to 40 mph lasting for another 2 to 3 hours after. Peak winds will begin in Lane county, moving north into Southwest Washington through the advisory time frame. There is a 10 percent chance of peak wind gusts 55 to 70 mph through the advisory area.