Active to Crazy Weather Across Oregon, Washington, Coast with More Warnings, Alerts

Published 11/05/25 at 6:25 p.m
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff

(Lincoln City, Oregon) – Today was a mixed bag of just about every kind of weather you could think of along the Oregon and Washington shorelines, as well as inland. High winds, flooding, king tides, massive waves 25-ft high, funnel clouds, a tornado warning (or five), severe lightning storm warnings and lots and lots of rain. There was even a vessel that washed ashore at Rockaway Beach. (Photos: Explore Lincoln City at left; Rockaway Beach Fire & Rescue at right)

It's only the first day of king tides, but it's likely the most active one.

There were some brief tornado warning sin the Washington area, although these have expired.

In Rockaway Beach, a sailboat lurched ashore. Its origins are not confirmed, but Rockaway Beach Fire & Rescue say it is abandoned and being handled by all appropriate agencies. No one was aboard when it came onshore.

Lightning has indeed been a thing along the Oregon coast. Haystack Rock Awareness Program in Cannon Beach reported a run of it this afternoon, and social media posts were lamenting a terrific cacophony in areas like Rockaway Beach.

See Oregon Inland Weather for Portland, Eugene, Bend warnings.

In Bandon, waves engulfed the main accesses there. Manuela Durson took photos of it and said “the beach was missing today.”

Lincoln City saw the seawall almost disappear at the SW 33rd access. Explore Lincoln City provided that photo.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has more in store for the entire Pacific Northwest.

Scattered thunderstorms are still possible this evening," the NWS said.

“Thunderstorms are possible west of the Cascades Wednesday afternoon and evening, a few of which may produce damaging wind gusts,” the NWS said. “There are also low chances that a weak tornado or waterspout may develop. Additionally, gusty winds, small hail, and lightning are all potential hazards. Remember: when thunder roars, go indoors!”

If a tornado or funnel cloud is spotted - or if a Tornado Warning or Severe Thunderstorm Warning is issued - seek shelter immediately, the NWS said. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of your home and protect your head, ideally by getting under a sturdy piece of furniture. If you're caught outside with no shelter available, lie flat in a ditch or culvert and shield your head. Never take cover beneath an overpass during high winds or tornadic activity.

Bandon today - Photo Manuela Durson - Manuela Durson Fine Arts

Alerts and warnings continue along the Oregon and Washington coast.

Northern Washington coast and Grays Harbor County Coast

Coastal flood warning remains in effect until 10 p.m. PST Thursday.
High surf advisory remains in effect from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. PST Thursday.

- Moderate to major coastal flooding is expected, with inundation of two to three feet above ground level.

High surf advisory remains in effect from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. PST Thursday.

- Large waves and hazardous surf conditions are expected, with breakers reaching 25 to 30 feet.

Bandon today - Photo Manuela Durson - Manuela Durson Fine Arts

South Washington coast - 3:24 p.m. PST Wednesday, November 5, 2025
High surf advisory remains in effect from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. PST Thursday.
Coastal flood advisory remains in effect from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PST Thursday.
Coastal flood advisory has expired.

- Large waves and hazardous surf conditions are expected, with breakers up to 25 to 30 feet.
- Tidal overflow flooding is expected.

Clatsop and Tillamook coast

High surf advisory remains in effect from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. PST Thursday.
Coastal flood advisory remains in effect from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PST Thursday.

- Large waves and hazardous surf conditions are expected, with breakers up to 25 to 30 feet.
- Tidal overflow flooding is expected.
- These advisories affect the Clatsop and Tillamook coast, and the south Washington coast.

Central Oregon Coast

High surf advisory remains in effect from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. PST Thursday.

- Large waves and hazardous surf conditions are expected, with breakers reaching 25 to 30 feet.

South Oregon Coast

High surf advisory remains in effect until 10 p.m. PST Thursday.
Coastal flood advisory is in effect from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PST Thursday.

- Large breaking waves of 20 to 25 feet are expected.
- Minor coastal flooding is expected.
- The high surf advisory applies to the south central Oregon coast.
- The coastal flood advisory covers Coos Bay and nearby estuaries.

 

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