Columbia River Map
Interactive map of Columbia River with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Columbia River is a river in Washington. Columbia River is a river known as the Pacific Northwest's great river.
Right now it is 48°F (9°C) in Columbia River with partly cloudy. It feels like 42°F. Today runs from 45°F to 53°F. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Columbia River is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Hood, Silver Falls State Park, Cannon Beach and Mount Rainier.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 53°F is 9.2°F below the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Columbia River today at 9/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Columbia River
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Coordinates: 45°37′40.8″N 122°40′26″W (45.628, -122.6739)
Quick facts about Columbia River
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| State | Washington |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 45°37′40.8″N 122°40′26″W (45.628, -122.6739) |
| Length | 1.243 mi |
| Known for | the Pacific Northwest's great river |
| Local time | 2:19 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Getting to Columbia River
- Portland International Airport (PDX) · 5 mi
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) · 127 mi
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR) · 248 mi
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Columbia River
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland International Airport | PDX | 5 mi | Portland |
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | SEA | 127 mi | Seattle |
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | 248 mi | Vancouver |
Things to do in Columbia River
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Columbia River.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Columbia River?
Columbia River is a river in Washington. Its coordinates are 45.628, -122.6739. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Columbia River right now?
It is currently 48°F (9°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 85% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Columbia River?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Columbia River, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Columbia River in?
Columbia River observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 2:19 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Columbia River?
The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 5 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 127 mi away and Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 248 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Columbia River?
Popular options include Mount Hood, Silver Falls State Park, Cannon Beach, Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park and Smith Rock State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 2:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
