Best time to visit Portland
Go inJune–September
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Summers are dry and sunny; winters grey and damp.
See Portland on the globePortland month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 8°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Poor | 11°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Poor | 14°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Mixed | 17°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Good | 21°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Great | 24°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Rose Festival |
| July | Great | 28°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| August | Great | 28°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| September | Great | 25°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Good | 18°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Poor | 12°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Poor | 8°C | Very wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Portland
- June🎉 Rose FestivalParades and dragon boat races.
Good to know
- Flights to Portland are usually cheapest in October–March. The catch: October–March are rainy.
- Crowds and prices peak in July–August, so book early.
- The heaviest rain falls in November–March.
Portland has the world’s smallest park, Mill Ends Park, about the size of a dinner plate.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Portland?
The best time to visit Portland is June–September. Summers are dry and sunny; winters grey and damp.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Portland?
Flights are usually cheapest in October–March, when demand is lowest.
When is Portland busiest?
Portland is busiest in July–August.
What is the weather like in Portland?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 28°C, and January the coolest at 8°C. The wettest period is October–May.
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