Portland is expecting skies to clear Wednesday, but the dry spell has an expiration date. Patchy fog could greet early risers before rain moves into the metro area later in the day, setting up a wetter evening commute.
Rain Arrives After A Mild Afternoon
Fog is possible before 8 a.m., followed by a mild climb into the mid-50s. The high should reach about 58 degrees before clouds thicken and temperatures ease back during the afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service Portland forecast, light rain should reach the coast by mid-afternoon and spread inland during the evening. Portland has about a 60% chance of rain Wednesday, rising to 90% Wednesday night, with most inland rainfall expected to remain light.
Thursday Brings A Short Dry Window
A few showers may linger into Thursday morning, but the rest of the day looks considerably brighter. Mostly sunny skies and a high near 59 are expected, with patchy fog possible again late Thursday night and a low around 45.
Friday brings another chance of light rain, although the weekend starts warmer. Saturday could reach 63 degrees with partly sunny skies before a slight chance of rain late in the day, followed by more widespread rain Saturday night into Sunday.
Evening Travelers Should Watch The Timing
Wednesday morning looks like the better window for outdoor plans, though drivers should be ready for pockets of fog. The more noticeable shift comes late Wednesday, when rain arrives and ceilings lower behind the front.
The forecast remains mild through the weekend, with Sunday topping out near 58 degrees and additional chances for rain continuing into Monday and Tuesday. In other words, Portland gets a brief taste of fall sunshine before the wet-weather routine resumes.
