Portland may see a small shower later Thursday due to a weak weather system moving in from the coast, but there will probably be sun breaks throughout the afternoon.
The National Weather Service predicts partial clearing throughout the day and only 20% chance of showers for Portland on Thursday. Although east winds will slow down a little, they can still deliver blustery weather to the metro area’s eastern regions into Saturday. The temperature will rise to roughly 49 degrees.
Driving conditions in the central and southern Willamette Valley could be dangerous if you’re headed south this morning due to heavy fog and the possibility of freezing fog. An advisory for freezing fog is in effect until 11 a.m. on Thursday. Along the Interstate 5 corridor, which includes Salem and Eugene, fog particles have the potential to freeze upon contact with surfaces and create slippery areas on roads, sidewalks, and bridges.
Additionally, visibility will decrease to less than a quarter mile. Keep your headlights on and keep a close eye out for bikes and pedestrians, particularly in school zones.
Before a Pacific frontal system moves inland overnight, Portland will have one more dry day on Friday. The most of the day should have partly sunny skies. The temperature will rise to roughly 51 degrees.
Overnight Friday and into Saturday, widespread rain returns to the metro area. This will put an end to the persistent issues of fog and air stagnation. Through the Gorge of the Columbia River, east winds will subside.
On Saturday, Portland will see rain for the majority of the day and a high of around 53 degrees. The total amount of new rain might be almost three-quarters of an inch.
The metro region experiences rains on Sunday, mostly before 10 a.m. The sky will remain overcast for the majority of the day, but by the evening, it will start to clear before high pressure returns. The temperature will peak at almost fifty degrees.
Although models indicate that the pressure will break by midweek and there will be further rain by Wednesday, extended projections predict a dry start to next week with high pressure over most of the region.
Patchy and freezing drizzle will also be present in areas that are covered in fog and low clouds this morning. There may be slick areas on sidewalks, over bridges, and overpasses, even if this might not be noticeable on highways. Drive safely and exercise caution when you’re walking.Yrpzk01Ii3 #wawx#orwxpic.twitter.com
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