The National Weather Service in Portland has forecasted an unmistakably soggy week ahead with a mixture of showers and possible thunderstorms looming in the not-too-distant future. NWS Portland anticipates that today will consist mainly of overcast skies and showers likely to occur after 1 pm, with a moderate 70% chance of precipitation.

With the snow level starting at a knee-high 1500 feet and expected to rise to 2600 feet by the afternoon, the high for the day is estimated to hover near 52°F. Tonight, the likelihood of rain persists at 50%, though new precipitation should be minimal. Friday won't offer much in terms of respite, with a 40% chance of gray skies and the occasional drizzle dampening the city, and temperatures reaching a high near 56°F.

The weekend forecast suggests that the pattern of showers will continue unabated. Saturday scores highly on the probability scale for rain, setting the chance at a definitive 90%. Gusts of wind might also sweep through, with speeds reaching up to 21 mph. Following the wet trend, Saturday night's forecast involves showers, predominantly before the stroke of midnight, with an 80% chance of rainfall to wrap up the evening.

Come Sunday, it's more than just showers – the possibility of a thunderstorm creeps into the picture this afternoon. The thermometer is expected to hit a high of around 55°F. The week opens up, somewhat, with Monday showcasing partly sunny skies and a cozier high near 58°F. Yet, as the day yields to night, the chance of showers sneaks back into the forecast, hinting at a mostly cloudy evening.

For those planning ahead, Tuesday might still carry traces of rain. However, the day teases with partial sunshine and warmer climbs up to 63°F. If you're betting on brighter days, Wednesday proposes a reprieve with some degree of sunniness and peak temperatures around 66°F.