This Sunday, the Portland area is expected to have a pleasant spring day, with temperatures reaching around 64 degrees. According to the National Weather Service, there is a 40% chance of showers, especially before 2 p.m., which should not significantly disrupt outdoor activities.
In Hillsboro, the Oregon International Airshow is set to conclude today, benefiting from these mild weather conditions. Additionally, the Sunday Parkways event will commence in Southwest Portland, featuring walking and biking routes around Gabriel Park and Multnomah Village from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., allowing residents to enjoy the outdoors.
Boaters should be aware that a small craft advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. and will resume from midnight tonight until noon on Monday. The National Weather Service has cautioned that rough conditions may arise in the main channel of the Columbia River.
Later tonight, overnight lows are forecasted to be around 47 degrees, with a 30% chance of showers, particularly after 4 a.m. Mount Hood has already received 2 inches of snow in the past 24 hours, and additional snow showers are anticipated throughout the day.
Along the Oregon coast, it will be a mostly cloudy day with highs in the 50s. A cold front is expected to move in later tonight, bringing light showers that may continue through Monday afternoon.
Looking ahead to Monday in Portland, showers are likely, with rainfall between one-tenth and a quarter of an inch possible. The temperature will peak around 65 degrees while dipping to about 48 degrees overnight. However, sunnier days are anticipated later in the week, with highs in the low 60s, which is great news for those looking to begin spring gardening. It’s an excellent time to prep vegetable beds, especially for planting crops like broccoli and cauliflower, as well as tomatoes, which thrive in warmer nighttime temperatures.
This weather forecast brings a hopeful note, encouraging outdoor activities and spring gardening, allowing the community to enjoy the beauty of the season.