According to the National Weather Service, Portlanders can expect a bit of morning fog and sunny skies today, with temperatures creeping up to 52 degrees. Visibility might be reduced for those venturing out early, but the sun is on the schedule after the fog lifts, making outdoor plans more promising.
The National Weather Service reported that the early fog should dissipate by 10 a.m., and the light East northeast wind, at 5 to 7 mph, will ensure a gentle breeze rather than a chilling gust. Temperatures tonight will drop to a low of around 37 degrees, typical for early January in Rose City.
The rest of the week also appears to be a mixed bag of clouds and sunshine, with temperatures staying fairly consistent in the high 40s to low 50s range. A mostly clear night will lead to a partly sunny Tuesday, marked by a high near 48 and that ever-present East northeast wind blowing at around seven mph.
Looking forward to the midweek, Wednesday will mirror Tuesday's pattern, partly sunny with highs hovering near 50 degrees. The calm winds will provide respite from any bite the temperature might suggest. By Thursday night, Portlanders should brace for rain, mainly after 4 a.m., and increasing clouds will set the stage for a wet Friday morning. However, it's not all gray skies. The NWS predicts cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with conditions clearing up by the afternoon to a high near 51. Despite the occasional rainfall, typical of the Pacific Northwest this time of year, the weekend ahead seems to hold the promise of some sunshine breaking through the clouds.
