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Portland Cools Under Sunshine Wednesday as Weekend Rain Chances Increase

Forecasts point to a Gulf of Alaska front this weekend that could introduce measurable showers to northwest Oregon.

Overview

  • The National Weather Service expects Portland to be dry and sunny Wednesday with a high near 81 degrees, roughly 10 degrees cooler than Tuesday.
  • Gusty east to north winds could reach 25 to 30 mph at some inland locations, supporting clear and dry conditions.
  • A small craft advisory is in effect off the Oregon coast with strengthening northerlies and seas building to around 10 feet.
  • The larger weekend system is forecast to boost rain probabilities to roughly 20–40% across northwest Oregon, with higher odds toward southwest Washington and the coast.
  • Portland has a chance of rain Saturday night into Sunday morning, with showers likely to taper around midday Sunday.