Portland is finally easing out of the heat early this morning (Thursday, July 23), with skies clearing and temperatures sitting in the mid 60s. There is still a slight window for a few showers or an isolated thunderstorm before about 8 a.m. local time, so the atmosphere is not completely done with the drama just yet. Inland neighborhoods are still expected to warm into the mid to upper 80s this afternoon while coastal areas linger in the 60s. A strengthening onshore breeze should knock down the humidity and make the afternoon feel less oppressive than earlier in the week.
Morning Commute: Brief Risk, Then Clearing
Early commuters face a slight chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms before about 8 a.m. Thursday, which could briefly wet roads and reduce visibility. By late morning, clouds are expected to break for partly sunny skies, with light south to west winds shifting to the northwest by afternoon, according to NWS Portland.
Afternoon And Week Ahead
Inland highs are projected to top out near 86°F this afternoon, with the metro core running a few degrees cooler as the marine push returns. Friday is on track to stay dry and sunny with highs in the upper 80s before a more noticeable cooldown settles in over the weekend. Inland highs should ease back into the upper 70s to low 80s, with more clouds bookending the days in the morning and at night. For background on the midweek heat that set this pattern up, see Portland on broil.
Cooling Resources And Safety Tips
If you need relief, Multnomah County and the City of Portland list cooling centers, splash pads and public pools and can help locate open sites. TriMet also says it will not turn away riders traveling to or from a cooling center during a declared heat emergency. Libraries and community centers often serve as cooling spaces - call 311 for details or use the city's interactive list. For the latest forecasts and cooling-center information, consult the City of Portland and NWS Portland.
