Portland weather today is sunny and near 80°F with light southwest winds around 6 mph—one of those rare May days that makes you forget about our rainy reputation.
It’s a gorgeous setup for getting outside. If you’ve been eyeing the best golf balls for high handicappers, today’s your day to hit the course. Waverly Country Club and the public tracks around the metro will see plenty of action. The light winds mean you won’t have to battle the typical Gorge-influenced gusts, and the sun will be your friend from sunrise through sunset.
For those heading to Oregon Ducks Baseball vs. Grand Canyon University Men’s Baseball at PK Park on Tuesday, Monday’s conditions are just a preview—Tuesday will be mostly sunny and near 78°F, excellent for a day game. If you’re catching the game, grab Get tickets on SeatGeek and plan to arrive early to enjoy the weather before first pitch.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the National Weather Service notes that a shortwave trough will bring cooler temperatures and the most widespread chances for rainfall sometime between Friday morning and Saturday afternoon, so enjoy this stretch while it lasts. Daytime highs will hold steady in the 70s through midweek thanks to renewed southerly flow aloft—about 10 degrees above normal for early May.
One heads-up: allergy season is in full swing. If you’re dealing with pollen, consider grabbing an allergy relief nasal spray or Zyrtec 24 hour allergy 90 count before heading outside. The southerly flow will push marine air and mist along the coast and through coastal gaps at night, but inland valleys like the Willamette will stay dry and clear.
This evening, if you’re planning a dinner, a grilled pasta with seasonal vegetables takes advantage of the calm weather. You can order groceries on Amazon to grab fresh produce, olive oil, and your favorite herbs—everything arrives in time for a sunset dinner on the patio.
Next few days: Tonight mostly clear with a low around 55°F. Tuesday mostly sunny, high near 78°F. Conditions remain tranquil through Wednesday, with rain chances increasing Friday into Saturday.
