Portland, OR – Strong winds and heavy rain are sweeping across Oregon tonight, bringing potential power outages and travel hazards before calmer weather returns midweek. A wind advisory remains in effect until 4 AM Tuesday, with gusts reaching up to 55 mph in the Portland-Vancouver metro area, Willamette Valley, and surrounding regions.
According to the National Weather Service, southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph will continue overnight, posing risks of fallen trees and power lines. Residents are urged to secure loose outdoor items and use caution when driving high-profile vehicles. Scattered showers will persist into Tuesday morning before tapering off in the afternoon.
Five-Day Oregon Weather Forecast:
• Tuesday: Morning showers (30% chance), high of 53°F, winds 6-10 mph.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 60°F, calm winds.
• Thursday: Partly sunny, high 60°F, overnight low 40°F.
• Friday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of rain at night, high 61°F.
• Saturday: Rain likely after 10 AM, high 56°F.
By midweek, temperatures will warm into the low 60s with drier conditions. However, another storm system could bring rain by the weekend. Stay updated with local forecasts and safety alerts.
