Portland is looking at a mostly sunny Sunday with a high near 82°F, a light southwest wind around 5 mph, and next to no chance of rain — a great day to get outside before things warm up even more on Monday.
Today’s Setup
According to the National Weather Service, morning low clouds should mix out by afternoon, leaving mostly sunny skies across the Willamette Valley. Temperatures actually peak near 82°F and ease back to around 80 in the afternoon. Tonight stays mostly clear with a low around 58 and a light west-northwest breeze up to 7 mph.
Best Window To Be Outside
Late morning through early evening is the sweet spot — light wind, full sun, comfortable heat. It’s a fine day for Waterfront Park, a lap around Mt. Tabor, or a ride on the Springwater Corridor. If you’re headed toward the Columbia River Gorge, keep in mind winds tend to build there in the afternoon, so plan accordingly. Lawns can use a drink before the heat sets in — an oscillating lawn sprinkler running early morning beats midday evaporation.
Rain, Wind, And What’s Next
The NWS discussion notes a weak frontal boundary bringing light rain and drizzle chances to the north Oregon coast and Coast Range today, but Portland and the valley stay dry. As an upper-level shortwave exits tonight into Monday, heights rise aloft, favoring even drier, slightly warmer conditions — Monday’s the warmest day, with a sunny high near 84°F and light southwest wind.
What To Wear Or Bring
Sunscreen and a hat for the midday sun, a light layer for any lingering morning clouds, and if you’re grilling tonight, a portable propane grill makes patio dinners easy. Anglers heading out on the Willamette should check out the UPF 50+ Sun Hoodie deal for sun protection on the water.
Games, Concerts, And Weekend Plans
Tonight, Young the Giant plays with Cold War Kids at McMenamins Historic Edgefield Manor in Troutdale — an outdoor show with temps easing into the 60s by showtime, so bring a light jacket. Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub. Monday brings Of Montreal to Wonder Ballroom. Looking ahead, the Portland Fire host the Indiana Fever at Moda Center on July 31, and August 1 is a big day downtown with the Portland Timbers taking on Seattle Sounders FC at Providence Park plus Megan Moroney: The Cloud 9 Tour at Moda Center — check our Megan Moroney tour coverage for details. Grab Official team gear on Fanatics or a Megan Moroney t-shirt to gear up.
Dinner Tonight
With a dry, mild evening ahead, it’s a solid night to fire up the portable propane grill for burgers or veggie skewers on the patio. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
Monday climbs to near 84°F and stays dry with rising heights aloft. By Tuesday, another shortwave may push that weak boundary back toward the coast, bringing light rain there — but the Portland metro should stay dry. For more outdoor gear picks, browse our outdoor gear deals.
