Portland weather today is sunny with a high near 82°F, a welcome break after five straight days in the 90s — it’s a genuinely great day to get outside before the pattern shifts again later this week.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service says today’s high near 82°F sits close to the August normal, with sunny skies expected across the Willamette Valley while marine stratus lingers near the coast. A north-northwest wind around 3 to 8 mph keeps things comfortable through the afternoon, though forecasters note that breezy northwest winds build in later this afternoon and continue into the evening as an embedded shortwave trough moves through.
Best Window To Be Outside
Late morning through mid-afternoon is your sweet spot, before winds pick up this evening. Overnight lows settle around 57°F, so plan for a jacket if you’re out late at Waterfront Park or catching sunset from Mt. Tabor.
Rain, Wind, Fire, Or Heat Risk
Good news on two fronts: precipitation chances are essentially zero today and stay below 5% through the middle of next week, and renewed onshore flow is keeping wildfire smoke east of the Cascades, so expect clean air rather than the smoky skies Portland sometimes sees this time of year. The main thing to watch is wind — gusts as high as 18 mph are possible tonight into Monday, something to keep in mind if you’re headed up the Columbia River Gorge.
Gameday & Weekend Events
It’s a stacked day around town. The Portland Timbers host Club America at Providence Park today — tailgate weather is about as good as it gets, sunny and warm with winds easing into the evening. Grab Get tickets on SeatGeek and pick up Official team gear on Fanatics before kickoff. Also today, LCD Soundsystem plays McMenamins Historic Edgefield Manor and the World Athletics U20 Championships continue at Hayward Field — Find tickets on StubHub if you’re heading out. Looking ahead, the Portland Fire host the Minnesota Lynx at Moda Center on August 12, the Portland Thorns FC face Orlando Pride at Providence Park on August 15, and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child opens at Keller Auditorium that same weekend.
What To Wear Or Bring
Sun protection matters even at a mild 82°F — Score a UPF 50+ Sun Hoodie for Just $5 This Fishing Season is a smart grab if you’re on the water or the trail. Ventilated workout shorts men’s styles and an insulated water jug 1 gallon will keep you comfortable whether you’re at the stadium or hiking Forest Park.
Helpful Links
Check the Portland weather forecast for updates, and browse outdoor gear deals before your next trip to the Gorge or the coast.
Tonight’s Dinner
With sunny, dry conditions all evening, it’s a good night to fire up a portable propane grill on the deck — pasta or stir-fry both work fine if you’d rather stay inside. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner, including Amazon Fresh groceries, delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
Monday looks nearly identical — mostly sunny, high near 82°F, light northwest wind. Forecasters are watching a possible upper-level trough dropping out of British Columbia by Wednesday that could bring cooler air, though confidence is low and rain chances stay under 5%. By late next week, ensemble models diverge sharply, with Friday’s high in Portland ranging anywhere from 81°F to 96°F depending on how that pattern shakes out — worth checking back midweek for an update.
