Portland woke up under a gray blanket Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with clouds and pockets of rain sliding across the city and keeping most neighborhoods parked in the low 50s. Showers are expected to hang around into the early afternoon before things gradually dry out to a mostly cloudy, breezy finish later in the day.
Afternoon Showers And Winds
Rain will be most persistent through mid-to-early afternoon, with metro-area totals generally in the range of a tenth to a quarter of an inch. Southwest winds are forecast to ramp up to 9 to 15 mph, with gusts that could reach 29 mph this afternoon. That is enough to turn umbrellas inside out and make bike rides across exposed bridges a bit of a grind, according to the National Weather Service.
Commute And Outdoor Plans
Drivers and transit riders should expect wet streets during the morning and midday commutes and plan a little extra time, since standing water and slick surfaces are possible. Riders should check TriMet before heading out, and anyone with outdoor plans will want a waterproof layer ready for hit-or-miss showers. High-profile vehicles may feel those stronger gusts on bridges and open highway stretches, so stay alert to changing wind conditions.
Weekend Outlook
Another low-pressure trough is expected to boost rain chances Friday into Saturday, with showers and a likely round of afternoon thunderstorms on Saturday and highs in the low 60s through the weekend. Early next week looks warmer for inland spots, with high temperatures climbing back into the 60s and 70s.
Bottom line: count on a wet, breezy Wednesday afternoon and keep an eye on the forecast if you are planning anything outside through Saturday. A light rain jacket, secured outdoor gear, and a quick check of transit alerts should go a long way toward riding out this stretch of spring weather.
