As Portland basks in a rare sunny day with the mercury hovering around a pleasant 70 degrees, residents are advised to soak up the sun while it lasts. The calm winds are set to take a lazy turn to the east northeast at around 6 mph by the afternoon, according to a recent forecast from the National Weather Service. Tonight's forecast suggests a partly cloudy cover with lows dipping to around 46 degrees, accompanied by a mild east wind.
The weather on Saturday will be similar to today, with sunshine and a high around 72 degrees. Light east-southeast winds will occasionally add to the partly sunny skies. However, things will change starting Sunday, with a forecasted chance of rain over 60% after 11am, and calm winds shifting south, as per the National Weather Service.
According to the National Weather Service, anyone venturing out Sunday night should prepare for persistent rain and a 90% likelihood of getting drenched if caught unprepared. The start of the workweek doesn't seem to bring any reprieve with Monday continuing the trend of rain, high temperatures hovering near 57 degrees, and a constant promise of precipitation. Showers might intensify to a thunderstorm before Monday night wanes—a stark reminder of the city's often-precarious relationship with the elements.
The weather for Tuesday and the rest of the week looks wet. Expect more rain, mostly cloudy skies, and highs in the upper 50s. The National Weather Service predicts rain will continue through Thursday, with temperatures only reaching the low 60s. Whether you enjoy the rain or not, Portlanders should get ready for a damp week ahead.
