Portland, OR – Sunshine and warm air will briefly return to Portland this Friday as spring weather teases the region before a wet Sunday settles back in.
Temperatures will reach a high of 70°F Friday under clear skies, offering a rare spring warm-up for Portland residents. According to the National Weather Service, calm conditions will dominate the day before showers arrive late Saturday and build into a likely rain event by Sunday morning. Rain is expected to begin after 11 a.m. Sunday, with cooler highs near 64°F and persistent cloud cover.
Weekend travelers along I-84 and I-5 should prepare for slick roads, especially on Sunday and Monday. Those with outdoor plans Friday should take advantage of the sun before rain returns. Monday’s forecast includes more rainfall and a high near 58°F.
Thursday night will remain mostly clear, with a low around 38°F. Friday night transitions into partly cloudy skies, with temperatures dropping to 45°F. Saturday will be mostly cloudy with a high near 73°F before a drop in temperatures and a shift in conditions Sunday.
Looking ahead, rain is likely Monday and Tuesday, with slight clearing expected by Wednesday. Low temperatures during this period will hover in the upper 40s.
Residents are urged to keep umbrellas and rain gear handy heading into the second half of the weekend and beyond. For real-time updates, drivers can check TripCheck for Oregon highway alerts and road conditions.
