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Best time to visit Portland
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
Best time to visit Portland, Oregon, United States
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3-8°C, overcast and rainy | low | low |
⚠ Expect extended periods of rain and gray skies. | |
| February | 4-10°C, frequent rain and occasional sun breaks | low | low |
⚠ Still very wet, but days start to lengthen. | |
| March | 7-14°C, mixed sun and rain showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Weather can be unpredictable, with a mix of sun and rain. | |
| April | 9-17°C, variable with sunny spells and rain | moderate | moderate |
⚠ A good shoulder month before the summer rush. | |
| May | 12-20°C, generally pleasant with scattered showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Increasingly sunny, but rain is still possible. | |
| June | 15-24°C, mostly sunny and warm | high | high |
⚠ The beginning of peak tourist season. | |
| July | 17-27°C, warm and dry with abundant sunshine | peak | peak |
⚠ Peak summer, expect large crowds and higher prices. | |
| August | 18-29°C, hot and dry with long sunny days | peak | peak |
⚠ Can experience occasional heatwaves. | |
| September | 14-25°C, mild and sunny with crisp autumn air | high | high |
⚠ Still busy from summer tourism, but weather is superb. | |
| October | 10-18°C, cool with increasing rain and fall colors | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Weather becomes more unpredictable, with a higher chance of rain. | |
| November | 6-12°C, cool and rainy | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Rainy season begins in earnest. | |
| December | 3-8°C, cold, overcast, and rainy | high | high |
⚠ Very wet and gray, though festive during the holidays. Prices peak due to holidays. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
A month-long celebration featuring parades, a festival at the waterfront, and a fireworks show.
One of the nation's longest-running craft beer festivals, held along the waterfront.
A large, vibrant market offering local produce, artisanal foods, and crafts (operates year-round but expands significantly in spring).
A premier food and drink festival celebrating the culinary talent of Portland and the Pacific Northwest.
Features over 50 winter ales, including many exclusive to the event, served outdoors in downtown Portland.
Insider timing tips
- •The 'dry season' from July to September offers the most reliable sunshine, but also the highest prices and crowds.
- •Shoulder months like April, May, and October provide a good balance of decent weather and fewer tourists, though rain is more frequent.
- •Portland's microclimates mean that even on a rainy day, you might find sunnier spots within a short drive.
- •Winter (November-February) is characterized by persistent rain and cloud cover, making outdoor activities less appealing but ideal for indoor pursuits and budget travel.
- •The city's extensive public transit system, including the MAX Light Rail and streetcar, is efficient for navigating even with occasional rain.
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