Oregon – A cold, crisp start is gripping Portland this morning, with temperatures near 37°F and areas of frost forming on cars and rooftops. Early commuters are scraping windshields while bridges and overpasses may feel slick in spots.
According to the National Weather Service in Portland, frost lingers through mid-morning before sunshine pushes temperatures up to around 58°F this afternoon. Calm winds help the chill settle early, but conditions turn milder quickly before clouds return later.
Cloud cover increases Tuesday with highs near 57°F, setting the stage for a wetter pattern. A 50% chance of rain develops Tuesday night, bringing damp roads and reduced visibility for late commuters. Plan ahead and allow extra travel time, especially along I-5, I-205, and Highway 26.
By Wednesday, steady rain takes over with a 100% chance and highs near 53°F. Rain continues into Wednesday night, creating consistent wet pavement and slower drives across Portland, Beaverton, and Gresham. Keep headlights on and maintain safe following distance during heavier rain.
Thursday stays unsettled with additional rain before gradual improvement later in the day. Roads may remain slick through the morning commute, especially in shaded areas where moisture lingers longer.
Looking ahead, drier and warmer weather builds into Friday and the first weekend of April, with highs climbing into the 60s and more sunshine returning. For now, the midweek rain window brings the most notable impacts.
Five Day Outlook for Portland, OR:
- Today: Areas of frost, then sunny, high near 58°F
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 57°F
- Tuesday Night: Chance of rain, low near 44°F
- Wednesday: Rain, high near 53°F
- Thursday: Rain, high near 56°F
