For the first time since February 27 and the first time since 2025, Portland broke the record for the highest temperature on Thursday, hitting 70 degrees. Will it be mostly sunny on Friday when we do it again?
In 1968, Portland achieved a record of 67 degrees on February 27. On Thursday, the temperature in Vancouver reached 69 degrees, surpassing its 1968 record of 68 degrees.
Can we surpass the 1988 record of 71 degrees established on February 28?
According to the National Weather Service, Portland will get some cloud cover on Friday morning, which could reduce the amount of heat that occurs in the afternoon. The peak temperature may reach 66 degrees as the sky gradually turns sunny.
A small low pressure system is expected to sweep into the area later in the afternoon, bringing with it clouds following Saturday’s generally sunny start. About 62 degrees should be the high temperature.
There’s a chance of light showers all day and into the evening on Sunday. There won’t be much rain in Portland. Through Sunday evening, models indicate a 50% chance of up to 0.25 inches. A cold 54 degrees Celsius will be the high temperature, which is about typical for early March.
It is anticipated that snow levels will remain above pass level until late Sunday afternoon, at which point they will probably drop to about 4,500 feet. Above that altitude, only 1-3 inches of fresh snow are anticipated.
According to longer predictions, starting next week, there will be a mild and erratic pattern of rain over southwest Washington and northwest Oregon.
There should be at least some showers on Monday and Tuesday. The mid-50s will continue to be the high temperature.
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