Oregon’s largest city is under gray skies this morning, with light rain streaking windshields across Portland and puddles forming along neighborhood streets. Temperatures sit near 45 degrees, and a steady southeast breeze adds a damp chill to the air. If you’re heading out, expect slick pavement immediately.
Rain becomes widespread as the day unfolds, with highs near 51 degrees. The National Weather Service reports a near 100 percent chance of precipitation, and periods of moderate rain could bring up to a half inch by tonight. Plan extra time on Interstate 5, Highway 26 and I-205, especially during heavier bursts.
Rain continues tonight with lows around 44 degrees. Monday stays wet, with steady rainfall and highs again near 51. By Monday night, additional rain pushes totals higher before tapering slightly Tuesday.
On Tuesday, February 24th, rain remains likely with highs near 51 degrees. Showers ease Tuesday night as temperatures fall to around 38. By Wednesday, skies partially clear with highs near 53. Lows dip into the mid-30s Wednesday night. If roads remain wet, patchy slick spots could develop in colder pockets. This is the time of year when brief flash freezing can occur in shaded areas.
Late week trends slightly milder, with hints of early Spring Warmth in the extended 6–10 day outlook. Any break in rain may be brief, but temperatures trend closer to seasonal norms.
Five Day Outlook for Portland, Oregon:
Monday: Rain, high 51.
Tuesday: Rain likely, high 51.
Wednesday: Chance of rain, high 53.
Thursday: Chance of rain, high 53.
Friday: Chance of rain and snow showers nearby hills, high 51.
