Portland, Oregon – Sunshine is returning to northwest Oregon after a quiet overnight period, setting the stage for several days of classic Pacific Northwest summer weather. Comfortable afternoons, cool mornings and dry conditions will make for an excellent week to spend time outdoors across the Portland metro.
According to the National Weather Service in Portland, today will be sunny with a high near 84 degrees under light winds. Dry weather remains firmly in place through at least Thursday, with temperatures holding in the lower to middle 80s and no hazardous weather statements or advisories currently in effect for the Portland area.
Commuters along Interstates 5, 84 and 205, as well as U.S. Highway 26, can expect outstanding travel conditions throughout the week. Afternoon temperatures will be warm but seasonable, while overnight lows in the upper 50s will provide comfortable sleeping conditions and allow homes to cool naturally.
High pressure remains the dominant weather feature across the Pacific Northwest, keeping storm systems well north of Oregon. Temperatures will reach 80 degrees Tuesday, 82 degrees Wednesday and 83 degrees Thursday before climbing to around 87 degrees Friday, the warmest day of the workweek. Humidity stays relatively low, making the heat more manageable than in many other parts of the country.
If you’re spending time outdoors, remember to stay hydrated, apply sunscreen and take advantage of the pleasant mornings for hiking, cycling or other recreational activities. Fire safety also remains important during prolonged stretches of warm, dry weather, so avoid activities that could accidentally spark a wildfire.
The overall pattern favors continued dry, stable weather heading into the weekend, with only a gradual cooling trend expected after Friday.
Five-Day Forecast for Portland, Oregon
- Today: Sunny. High 84°.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High 80°.
- Wednesday: Sunny. High 82°.
- Thursday: Sunny. High 83°.
- Friday: Sunny. High 87°.
