Portland residents will need to keep their rain gear at hand as the National Weather Service (NWS) in Portland, Oregon predicts a wet end to the week, with rain continuing into the weekend. According to the latest forecast, rain that started this morning will ease up slightly but give way to a chance of showers later in the afternoon. Heavy winds are expected with gusts as high as 30 mph, and a 100% chance of precipitation is on the cards with new rainfall amounts up to a quarter of an inch possible. NWS reports today's high near 56 degrees with a noticeable drop in temperature bringing a wind chill factor.
Tonight, the showery pattern is set to continue, with lows dipping to around 44 degrees and the winds slowing down to 8 to 11 mph from the south. The NWS has reported an 80% chance of rain for the evening. Going into the weekend, Portland doesn't seem to catch a break as showers persist. The NWS forecasts a Saturday with a 90% chance of precipitation and wind gusts that could again reach up to 20 mph. These conditions are expected to barely relent through Sunday, with an 80% likelihood of showers, and into Monday where the chances remain the same.
For those looking forward to clearer skies, there might be a slight reprieve on Tuesday with somewhat sunnier weather, though showers still loom as a possibility. By mid-week, Portlanders should expect more clouds and continued chances of rain showers, leading to a chilly Thanksgiving Day with temperatures hovering near 47 degrees. The NWS predicts slight chances of rain and snow showers for the holiday with the snow level starting at 1900 feet and rising throughout the day.
The constant downpour may affect travel plans and outdoor activities leading up to Thanksgiving. Residents should prepare to possibly navigate wet roads and increased traffic delays. Sunday night's forecast bespeaks a low of 42 degrees, and for those venturing out, it may be wise to layer up and maintain a cautious approach on the slick streets.
