Oregon’s largest city wakes under a blanket of gray clouds, with damp pavement and cool air settling across Portland as conditions shift quickly through the day. Roads remain slightly slick early, especially on bridges and elevated ramps.
According to the National Weather Service, clouds will break by late morning, allowing sunshine and a high near 56°F. The bigger concern arrives after sunset, when temperatures drop to around 35°F, setting up areas of frost by early Sunday.
Portland, Beaverton, and Gresham will see improving travel conditions this afternoon, but moisture left on roads may refreeze before sunrise. Bridges along I-5, I-84, and Highway 26 are most vulnerable to black ice. Plan ahead and slow down during early morning travel.
Sunday starts cold with patchy frost before sunshine returns and temperatures climb to around 58°F. The warming trend feels brief but welcome during the first full stretch of spring.
By Monday, clouds increase again with highs near 57°F. Conditions stay dry during the day, but a 40% chance of rain develops late, signaling a shift toward wetter weather.
Meteorologists are now tracking steadier rain arriving Tuesday, with highs near 58°F and widespread wet roads expected across the metro. Commutes will slow, especially during peak travel hours.
Looking ahead, rain lingers into midweek before gradual warming returns late next week. Conditions will continue to swing between crisp mornings and mild afternoons.
Heading out early Sunday or planning for Tuesday’s rain? Are you noticing slick spots or clear roads in your neighborhood?
Five Day Outlook for Portland, Oregon:
Sunday: Frost early, then sunny, high 58°F
Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 57°F
Tuesday: Rain, high 58°F
Wednesday: Rain, high 56°F
Thursday: Slight chance of rain, high 57°F
