5 days Ago By Lucas Wright
Portland residents can expect a wet and windy end to their workweek, according to the latest update from the National Weather Service. Showers and even potential thunderstorms are on the forecast, with an 80% chance of precipitation overnight and gusts reaching as high as 26 mph. Temperatures hover in the familiar cool of the low 50s, providing a brisk accent to the already damp conditions.
Friday's outlook doesn't seem to diverge much from this pattern, with the chance of rain increasing slightly to 90%. The NWS forecast suggests thunderstorms could pour down upon the city after 2:00 p.m.
Strong south winds continue to sweep through the area, gusting up to 30 mph. Rainfall amounts are predicted to be modest, but thunderstorms could easily intensify them.As the weekend unfolds, Saturday maintains the rainy weather with a 60% likelihood of showers.
The NWS predicts that most action will take place after 11:00 a.m., providing a brief respite for any early risers seeking to squeeze in dry endeavors.
The wind will slow slightly compared to Friday's ferocity, giving only a light tug at hats and hems as the city gears up for more rain.Sunday sees a slight chance, specifically at 30 percent, of rain after 11:00 a.m.
Temperatures could peak at 61 degrees, offering a slightly warmer atmosphere amidst the mostly cloudy skies. By nightfall, the certainty of rain reaches absolute, with a 100% chance ensuring that umbrellas will be necessary come Sunday evening.Transitioning into the new week, Monday's forecast states that showers will follow morning rains.
This sees the familiar climate pattern persist across the region, with daytime highs plateauing in the low 50s. The following days offer more of the same, with continual showers, understated sunlight, and cloud cover..
