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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.
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Best time to visit Portland, Oregon, USA
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 |
⚠ Long stretches of grey, wet weather are common. | |
| February | 4-10°C, cool with frequent showers | low | low |
⚠ Still very wet, but days start to lengthen. | |
| March | 7-13°C, mixed sun and rain | low | low |
⚠ Weather can be unpredictable, with potential for late snow. | |
| April | 9-16°C, mild with scattered showers | moderate | moderate |
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| May | 12-20°C, pleasant with increasing sunshine | moderate | moderate |
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| June | 15-24°C, warm and generally dry | high | high |
⚠ The start of the peak tourist season. | |
| July | 17-27°C, warm and sunny | peak | peak |
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| August | 18-29°C, hot and dry | peak | peak |
⚠ Can experience heat waves. | |
| September | 14-24°C, mild and sunny | high | high |
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| October | 10-18°C, crisp with autumn colors and rain | moderate | moderate |
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| November | 6-12°C, cool and rainy | low | low |
⚠ Rainy season begins in earnest. | |
| December | 4-9°C, cold and wet | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Short daylight hours and frequent rain make outdoor activities less appealing. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
April
Portland International Film Festival
One of the largest film festivals in the US, showcasing international cinema.
May
Portland Rose Festival
A month-long celebration featuring parades, a carnival, and floral displays.
July
Fourth of July Celebrations
Fireworks displays and community events across the city.
August
Pickathon
A renowned independent music festival held on a farm outside Portland.
September
Feast Portland
A premier food and drink festival celebrating the Pacific Northwest's culinary scene.
December
Holiday Ale Festival
A popular festival featuring a wide array of winter craft beers.
Insider timing tips
- •The shoulder seasons of April-May and September-October offer a good balance of pleasant weather, manageable crowds, and reasonable prices.
- •While summer (June-August) boasts the best weather, expect peak crowds and prices, especially around the Rose Festival and Fourth of July.
- •Portland's 'dry summer' from July to September is distinct; rain is infrequent during this period, making it ideal for outdoor exploration.
- •Winter months (November-February) are characterized by persistent rain and short daylight hours, leading to low tourist numbers but also limited appeal for outdoor activities.
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