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Sunrise 5:31 a.m. | Sunset 8:44 p.m.
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🏖️ Here comes the sun

Hot off the press, our summer 2024 weather forecast for Portland
People are having a picnic on a grassy area as the sun gets closer to the horizon. Several bikes, some standing some laying in the grass, are in the foreground.
Summer is so close we can taste it. | Photo via Bike Summer
We know the question on your mind, Portlanders — when’s it going to get hot?

Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for June, July, and August. While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what summer will bring.

Reminder: The first day of summer is Thursday, June 20.

A map of the United States with colors to show temperature expectations.

You’ll probably want to think about getting an air conditioner if you don’t already have one.

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Graphic via NOAA Climate Prediction Center

Temperature

Think hot. This summer, Portland has a 40-50% chance of temperatures being higher than normal. El Niño (which brings warm air and drier skies) also started to show signs of emergence in May.

A graphic of the United States, with areas marked in tan or green to indicate precipitation expectations.

The Southeast could see more rain than usual, while parts of the Pacific Northwest and Southwest are looking dry.

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Graphic via NOAA Climate Prediction Center

Precipitation

Expect slightly less moisture. Portland has a 33-40% chance of seeing below-normal rainfall totals this summer.

National forecasters expect El Niño (think: cold, wet winter conditions for southern states and warmer, drier weather for northern states) to switch and be replaced by its counterpart, La Niña, sometime between June and August. Both climate patterns tend to peak during the winter months.

June

Typically in Portland, June sees average highs of 72° and lows around 48° — but we’ll likely experience hotter days this month. On the summer solstice (aka the longest day of the year), there will be a 5:21 a.m. sunrise and a 9:03 p.m. sunset.

July

July’s average temperatures creep up to highs of 81° and lows of 53° This is also the driest month of the year with an average of 0.3 inches of rain — of course, that may be less this year, given the NOAA predictions. Pro tip: July is also the month with the highest UV index in Portland, so remember to protect your skin.
August's outlook
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Events
Thursday, May 23
Friday, May 24
  • CityFair | Friday, May 24-Sunday, June 9 | Times vary | Tom McCall Waterfront Park, 98 SW Naito Pkwy., Portland | $12-$25 | Enjoy classic carnival rides, fair food, and nonstop entertainment along the Willamette River in downtown Portland.
  • Historical Tour of the Victorian Belle | Friday, May 24 | 6:30-8 p.m. | The Victorian Belle Mansion, 1441 N. McClellan St., Portland | $10-$15 | Explore every nook and cranny — including those normally off-limits during events — inside this iconic 1885 Queen Anne home in the Kenton neighborhood.
Saturday, May 25
  • Porch Concert Series | Saturday, May 25-Saturday, Sept. 28 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective, 7528 N. Charleston Ave., Portland | Free | Plenty of front porch picking (and strumming and singing) makes a perfect backdrop for a picnic lunch on the lawn.
  • Portland Flea | Saturday, May 25-Sunday, Dec. 1 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Locations vary, Portland | Free | Hunt for treasures among the 80+ vendors selling accessories, clothing, vintage items, home goods, and food + drinks.
  • Multnomah County Fair | Saturday, May 25-Monday, May 27 | 12-7 p.m. | Oaks Amusement Park, 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland | Free | Make some cherished memories by partaking in classic fair activities, rides, and food, plus lucha libre wrestling.
  • “Go Dog. Go!” | Saturday, May 25-Sunday, June 9 | Times vary | The Judy, 1000 SW Broadway, T-100, Portland | $25-$35 | P.D. Eastman’s classic children’s book skates, swerves, and leaps from page to stage during this 75-minute performance.*
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News Notes
Civic
  • All of Portland’s major ballot measures, including the gas tax, school levy, and Oregon Zoo bond, will pass. Multnomah County voters have also approved $150 million in funding (the federal government will match $100 million) to upgrade the aging Columbia River levee system, which protects the region from flooding. (KGW + OPB)
Coming Soon
  • By the end of the year, Portland’s sober and non-drinking community will have a “radically accessible” third place in Ever After. The NA bottle shop + bar is the project of artist Ariel Dunitz-Johnson, who hopes the business’s events will provide a gathering space outside of the home and workplace. (Today + Eater Portland)
Trending
  • C’mon Barbie let’s go... score a lot of goals? Portland Thorns legend Christine Sinclair added another accolade to her long resume — having a one-of-a-kind Mattel doll made in her honor. It’s part of a series of eight women athletes made to commemorate Barbie’s 65th anniversary. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)
Read
  • A futuristic solo wellness retreat on the ocean, a memoir from a noodle icon, and a personal journey of neurodivergence — these upcoming books from Portland authors are this summer’s must-reads. Can’t wait? Check out these local literary works. (Portland Monthly)
Portlander
  • The Portland Japanese Garden grew and flourished for 40 years under the vision of Michael Kondo, an Oregon State University grad who took on the role of head gardener in 1977. He quite literally paved the way for the prestige that the attraction enjoys today on the world stage. (KGW)
Sports
  • Mike Richman answers listeners’ questions in this mailbag episode of Locked On Blazers, including what sort of skills the team should target in the upcoming NBA Draft.
    Finance
    • Need a new couch thanks to your dogs? Had an unexpected spring cleaning injury? Said “drinks on me” too loudly in Departure? These four credit cards offer 0% intro APR for up to 18 months — aka nearly two years of no interest charges for when life piles up.*
    Shop
    • Stanley is having a Memorial Day sale. Get your summer drinkware, camp mugs, coolers, and tumblers 25% off with code MEMORIAL DAY.*
     
    Plan Ahead

    Sip wine on the summer solstice

    Sip at Ambar Estate’s new tasting room on the summer solstice
    A rendering shows Ambar Estate's new tasting room at its Newberg, Oregon vineyard. The architecture is moder and light, with lots of glass.
    The new tasting room complements the subtle landscaping of Hoichi Kurisu, known for his designs in the Portland Japanese Garden. | Photo via Ambar Estate
    Terroir is a term in winemaking that denotes the unique qualities imparted by natural elements that make each vineyard unique, like the composition of the dirt and other environmental factors.

    When you uncork a bottle at Ambar Estate outside of Newberg, not only do you taste the undeniable excellence of the Dundee Hills, but you also learn how much respect for the land goes into the production process.

    It holds the distinction as the Willamette Valley’s first Regenerative Organic Certified vineyard, given for efforts to “promote soil health and biodiversity, enhance carbon sequestration, reduce carbon emissions, and improve the lives of farmworkers.”

    On the summer solstice (Thursday, June 20), Ambar Estate will debut its new main tasting room, two spaces dedicated to private tastings, and a kitchen/administrative office, all centered around a massive redwood tree. Aesthetically, the structures evoke modern Japanese sensibilities, with clean lines and glass walls. Tastings start at $50 per guest.
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    Drunk Girl Art Prints. Celebrate National Wine Day with a new piece of wall art for your bar cart.
    Answered

    How much did the Trojan Nuclear Power Plant cost to build?

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    At least some of the meltdown sirens got recycled... (you can find this one in Kalama, WA).

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    Photo by JoJoes123

    More than a few of our readers were stumped by this pop quiz — but the correct answer won the most votes: $450 million.
     
    The Wrap
     
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    If you’re planning to hit the road over Memorial Day weekend, you’re certainly not alone. AAA predicts that 600,000 Oregonians will hit the road, so it won’t hurt to be a little extra cautious on your travels. Stay safe out there.
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