The city will see a cascade of water from the skies, with an 80% chance of precipitation overnight and temperatures hovering around 46 degrees. The wind coming in from the southeast ain't timid either—we're talking around 9 mph, according to the National Weather Service.

Wednesday's bringing no respite, with an expected downpour before noon followed by intermittent showers, and possibly a thunderstorm post-2 pm. A breezy day is on the forecast, with south-southwest winds blowing at a peppy 10 to 15 mph, gusting up to a wet and wild 26 mph. Rainfall could accumulate between a quarter and half an inch, so keep those umbrellas handy and prepare for a 100% chance of getting drenched.

The National Weather Service Portland predicts that Wednesday night will mirror the day's mood, with yet more showers and potential thunderstorms. The nocturnal tempests will keep the mercury around 44 degrees while south winds continue to gust as high as 22 mph. Those owning an Ark might start to feel vindicated, with new rainfall expected to add another notch between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, excluding the bonus precipitation from thunderstorms.

The city gets no break on Thursday, with more showers on the way, and the wind's strength picking up, reaching speeds of 14 to 18 mph, with the potential for gusts thrashing up to 31 mph. With a 100% chance of precipitation expected, the week's proving to be a relentless soaker. Thursday night's looking to be a slight rehash, with less rain predicted but still enough to keep the ground singing with the rhythm of droplets.

Heading into the weekend, it appears the rain might be taking a short breather. Friday sees a mere 50% chance of showers, mostly after 11 am. But clear skies are on the horizon for Friday night, giving way to a sunny Saturday with highs near 64 degrees. The good weather looks to be sticking around for a bit with similar conditions Sunday and Monday. But Portlanders shouldn't stow their rain gear too far away—Tuesday could see the return of showers, though only a slight chance is predicted. All in all, it might be the week to invest in a sturdy umbrella or just decide to embrace the splash and spatter of an authentic Oregon spring.