Portland weather is keeping things consistently damp this week, with the National Weather Service predicting rainy days. Portlanders should expect little to no snow accumulation today, despite a mix of rain and snow flurries in the early morning. As the snow level rises from 1700 to 2500 feet this afternoon, the precipitation will shift to rain with a high near 44 degrees and calm winds swinging east, according to the National Weather Service.
Tonight's forecast calls for rain, set to begin mainly after 7 pm, with a steady temperature around 41 degrees and south-southeast winds around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is pinned at 100 percent, and new rainfall between a tenth and a quarter of an inch is possible. As detailed by the National Weather Service, these patterns show Portland is set to fully embrace its rainy season persona, encouraging residents to ready their rain gear and perhaps to wait for the brief respite of drier days impatiently.
Sunday and Washington's Birthday promise a continuation of wet conditions. Sunday's forecast anticipates rain with a high near 49 degrees and south winds blowing at 6 to 8 mph. The trend of a 100 percent chance of precipitation remains strong, along with additional rainfall accumulating between a quarter and half an inch. The evening also brings rain, maintaining a low of around 44 degrees with gentle south winds.
As the week progresses, the rainfall doesn't seem to let up much. Monday's outlook offers a slight break with a 50 percent chance of rain before fading into early morning. However, by Tuesday, expectations are to gear up for more rain, mainly after 10 am, as the skies remain mostly cloudy hovering at a high near 52 degrees. These intermittently soggy days give way to more confirmed showers come Wednesday, with rain predicted throughout the day and likely precipitation continuing into Wednesday night.
Looking toward the latter half of the week, Portland will see a mix of rain chances and mostly cloudy skies. Thursday carries a chance of rain with a high near 51 degrees, while Friday hints at a partly sunny day, yet still holds a chance of rain with a high near 54. As Portlanders navigate through this succession of wet forecasts, the city becomes a vivid testament to the Pacific Northwest's reputation for enduring rains.
