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City Trips Potential

98/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

July, September, June

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January, February, March, October, November, December

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Weather

4°C – 19°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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The best time to visit Portland for a city trip is July, September, June, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Portland

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
29Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
158
February
31Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
115
March
40Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
117
April
57Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
10°90
May
83Excellent
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°69
June
95Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°44
July
98Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°14
August
95Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
19°21
September
97Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
16°45
October
69Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
12°102
November
35Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
168
December
28Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
181

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Portland

When is the best time to visit Portland for city trips?

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The best time to visit Portland for city trips is typically in July, September, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Portland?

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Rainy season typically: November–January. It is generally better to avoid these months for city trips.

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