According to the National Weather Service, the city is in for a stretch of mostly sunny skies with a high creeping up to the upper 60s today. Residents waking up to mild overcast conditions will see them give way to clearer skies as the day progresses.
In the typically unpredictable Oregon fashion, the weather is set to take a turn with the NWS forecasting a thirty percent chance of showers kicking in Friday after 11 am. The friendly respite from the rain won't last long and locals should prepare for a return to the soggy norm. An increase in cloud cover tonight sets up Portlanders for a slight drop in the mercury, with lows hovering around the high 40s.
The outlook for the weekend could dampen plans for outdoor activities, with the NWS warning of a 40 to 50 percent chance of showers rolling through from Friday night into Saturday. Despite the rain, temperatures are expected to remain mild, hardly veering far from the mid-60s, providing those willing to brave the drizzle with tolerable conditions for any pre-Memorial Day errands or events on the calendar.
As Memorial Day approaches, promising a mostly sunny Sunday followed by a toasty high near 77 degrees on the holiday itself. It’s gearing up to be an ideal setting for those planning barbecues or picnics to commemorate the day. But true to form, the region will see a mix of sun and clouds with a slight chance of showers as next week rolls in.
Portland's week ahead, detailed by the NWS, confirms the city's reputation for fickle weather patterns.
