Residents of Portland can look forward to a mix of sunny skies and possible showers in the upcoming week, with temperatures varying from the mid-40s to the mid-80s. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the city started off partly cloudy this morning with a temperature of 49°F, though conditions are expected to warm significantly as the day progresses, reaching a high of around 84°F. Calm winds will shift from east northeast in the morning, reinforcing what has so far been a mild May.
Tonight's forecast promises a continuation of partly cloudy skies with a low near 51°F. Portlanders should enjoy a fairly consistent temperature pattern going swiftly to change in the following days. Wednesday is set to be mostly sunny with a high near 71°F, and winds will pick up slightly, coming from the west southwest. A 20 percent chance of showers will loom before 11 p.m. Wednesday night, which will see conditions become mostly clear with a low around 44°F after the possible precipitation.
Continuing the trend, Thursday will remain mostly sunny with an anticipated high near 69°F. Those planning evening activities for Thursday Night can expect mostly clear skies with the low settling around 44°F.
As the week progresses, temperatures are predicted to rise again, with Friday forecasted to bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 79°F. However, starting Saturday, residents might want to keep an umbrella on hand. The NWS indicates that while the day will remain partly sunny and reach a high of around 77°F, there will be a shift as the weekend progresses. The likelihood of showers subtly increases, peaking on Monday with showers described as likely and a high temperature near 64°F. For those preparing for the week ahead, it's probably wise to plan for mixed conditions—those who fail to pack a light jacket might just to come regret that decision.
