Portland is getting ready for a wet week ahead, with rain dominating the forecast for the next several days. According to the National Weather Service, the city will see temperatures hovering in the 40s to mid-50s, with the rain starting overnight and continuing through Sunday.
Commuters should anticipate slippery roads as Monday's forecast predicts rain mainly after 3 p.m., with a high near 50 and south winds at 5 to 8 mph. The chance of precipitation stands at 80%, with new precipitation amounts expected to be between a tenth and a quarter of an inch. Drivers and pedestrians alike are advised to plan for longer travel times and to carry an umbrella.
The rainfall will not let up as the week progresses. "Rain. High near 54," is the concise summary for Tuesday, offered by the National Weather Service. A reminder of the simplicity and uniformity of the week's weather pattern. Precipitation chances remain at a steady 90% but with increased amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch expected.
By midweek, some relief may come on Wednesday, with the rain expected mainly before 10 a.m. and a high near 55. But don't get too comfortable—Wednesday night shows a 40 percent chance of rain with mostly cloudy skies. For those looking towards the weekend for a reprieve, the outlook appears no less damp, with chances of rain continuing through Sunday.
