Oregon – Wet pavement and gray skies greet commuters across Portland this morning as light showers drift across the metro area. The air feels crisp, and temperatures hover near 40°F.
Drivers across the Willamette Valley may notice intermittent rain developing early today. In a few spots, especially on higher hills, brief rain–snow mixing is possible during the colder morning hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Portland, showers will increase through the day with a 40 to 70 percent chance of rain across the metro region. Temperatures climb toward 49°F this afternoon with southwest winds near 10 mph and occasional gusts around 20 mph.
Travel along Interstate 5, Interstate 84, and Highway 26 may become slower at times as scattered showers move through the area.
Colder air moves in tonight. Temperatures fall near 34°F, allowing a 60 percent chance of rain and snow showers during the late night and early morning hours. Snow levels may briefly drop near 500 feet, though little or no accumulation is expected in Portland.
Tuesday remains unsettled. Rain showers develop during the morning before changing fully to rain later in the day. Temperatures hold near 49°F with breezy conditions at times.
Meteorologists say the next major system arrives midweek. Rain becomes widespread Wednesday with a 100 percent chance of steady rainfall across northwest Oregon.
That wetter pattern continues into Thursday as Pacific moisture streams into the region. Roads will likely remain slick during the morning commute.
Spring break travelers heading through the Cascades should prepare for winter conditions at higher elevations where snow continues to fall.
What are conditions looking like in your neighborhood around Portland this morning?
Five Day Outlook – Portland, Oregon
Tuesday: Rain and snow showers early, then rain. High near 49°F.
Tuesday Night: Showers likely, low near 41°F.
Wednesday: Rain becoming steady, high near 53°F.
Wednesday Night: Rain continues, low near 47°F.
Thursday: Rainy and cloudy, high near 53°F.
