Soil Temperature in Oregon
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Oregon is 68°F, based on 4 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 59°F to 75°F. Last updated July 2, 2026.
Current Planting Conditions
Summer conditions across Oregon with soil averaging 68°F at 2 inches. Warm-season grasses are in peak growth; keep cool-season lawns mowed high and watered deep. The next application windows arrive in fall, starting with pre-emergent as soil falls back through 70°F.
Grass Seed Germination in Oregon
Grass seed germination
Grass seed germination temperatures across Oregon. Soil warmth varies by location, so check a city page for the live reading and what germinates there now.
| Grass species | Germination optimum | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky bluegrass | 59–86°F | 14-30 |
| Tall fescue | 68–86°F | 7-12 |
| Perennial ryegrass | 68–86°F | 5-10 |
| Fine fescue | 59–77°F | 7-14 |
| Bermudagrass | 75–85°F | 10-30 |
Monitoring Stations in Oregon (4)
For root-zone timing (fertilizer, aeration, weed control), see the 4-inch soil temperature for Oregon. For accumulated-heat timing, see growing degree days for Oregon. See the Oregon soil temperature map for the full station view.
| Station | 2" Temp | Last Reading |
|---|---|---|
| John Day 35 WNW | 75°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Riley 10 WSW | 69°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Coos Bay 8 SW | 59°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Corvallis 10 SSW | 71°F | 2026-07-02 |
Cities in Oregon (16)
| City | ZIP | Current Temp |
|---|---|---|
| Albany | 97321 | 71°F |
| Beaverton | 97003 | 61°F* |
| Bend | 97701 | 58°F* |
| Corvallis | 97330 | 71°F |
| Eugene | 97401 | 71°F |
| Grants Pass | 97526 | 59°F |
| Gresham | 97030 | 60°F* |
| Hillsboro | 97123 | 61°F* |
| Klamath Falls | 97601 | 59°F* |
| Lake Oswego | 97034 | 61°F* |
| Lincoln City | 97367 | 71°F |
| Medford | 97501 | 60°F* |
| Portland | 97201 | 61°F* |
| Roseburg | 97470 | 59°F |
| Salem | 97301 | 71°F |
| Springfield | 97475 | 71°F |
Modeled estimate from Open-Meteo where no monitoring station is within 75 miles; all other readings are measured at USDA and NOAA stations.
Lawn Care Timing Guides for Oregon
- When to Apply Broadleaf Weed Killer on Cool-Season Lawns in Spring
Spring broadleaf timing for Kentucky bluegrass, fescue, perennial ryegrass, and the cool-season blends.
- How to Identify and Kill Nutsedge in Your Lawn
Nutsedge is a sedge, not a grass, which is why standard weed control fails.
- How to Apply Liquid Pre-Emergent Herbicide
Learn how to mix, calibrate, and spray liquid pre-emergent herbicide.
- Grass Seed Germination Soil Temperature by Species
The soil temperature each grass species needs to germinate, from 15+ university extensions: tall fescue and perennial ryegrass 68-86°F, Kentucky bluegrass 59-86°F, fine fescue 59-77°F, cool-season 50°F trigger, warm-season 65°F.
Soil Temperature FAQ for Oregon
What is the current soil temperature in Oregon?
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Oregon is 68°F, based on 4 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 59°F to 75°F depending on location and elevation.
When should I apply pre-emergent in Oregon?
Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Oregon, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.
When can I plant grass seed in Oregon?
Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.