Oregon – Fog hangs low over the Willamette River this morning, blurring skylines and muting headlights across Portland. Damp air clings to streets and bridges, creating a slow, cautious start for commuters as winter lingers one more day.
According to the National Weather Service, fog and mist have reduced visibility in parts of the metro area early, with temperatures hovering in the low 40s. Winds remain light, allowing fog to persist through the morning hours before gradual improvement by late morning.
Drivers on I-5, I-84, and Highway 26 should expect pockets of reduced visibility, especially near river crossings and low-lying neighborhoods. Slick pavement is possible where moisture settles. Plan extra time and use low beams in fog-prone areas.
Conditions improve quickly as clouds thin. By afternoon, filtered sunshine pushes temperatures near 60 degrees, offering a noticeable break from the gray start. Air feels mild for early February, and outdoor plans become easier as visibility improves.
Midweek brings a quiet and pleasant stretch. Wednesday and Thursday feature mostly sunny skies with highs near 60 and cooler nights dipping into the low 40s. Early mornings may still see localized fog, but coverage should be more limited than today.
By Friday, clouds return gradually, though temperatures stay mild in the upper 50s. Attention then turns toward the Feb 6–8 weekend. Rain chances increase late Saturday into Sunday, bringing a return to wet roads and typical Pacific Northwest patterns. Snow remains confined to higher elevations, leaving Portland with rain impacts only.
Looking ahead, 6–10 day outlooks continue to signal above-normal temperatures returning later next week, hinting at early signs of spring across the region.
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Five-Day Outlook for Portland, Oregon
- Today: Morning fog, then partly sunny, high near 60°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 61°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 60°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 59°F
- Saturday: Increasing clouds, chance of rain late, high near 57°F
