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Soak It In, Portland: Sunny Stretch Sizzles Before Weekend Showers

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Published on September 08, 2026
Soak It In, Portland: Sunny Stretch Sizzles Before Weekend ShowersSource: Google Street View

Portland woke to clear skies and temperatures around 54 degrees Tuesday morning, setting up a sunny afternoon with a high near 80. Light north-northwest winds will stay in the 3-to-7-mph range, making for a warm but comfortable finish to the day.

Warmest Stretch Arrives Wednesday

Wednesday is expected to be the warmest day of the week, with sunshine and a high near 84. Skies should remain mostly clear Wednesday night, with temperatures falling to around 58 degrees.

Cooler Air Moves In Thursday

Temperatures ease back Thursday, when Portland can expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 75. Friday will be cooler still, with a mostly sunny forecast and a high near 69 before rain chances increase after 11 p.m.

Weekend Plans May Need A Backup

Saturday brings a 49% chance of rain, with showers and a chance of thunderstorms possible between late morning and late afternoon. The high should reach only about 67 degrees, while Sunday looks brighter and warmer at around 72 with mostly sunny skies.

Monday is currently forecast to be mostly sunny with a high near 76. For outdoor plans, Tuesday through Thursday offer the best dry-weather window, while Friday night and Saturday look like the days to keep an umbrella nearby.