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Oregon – Mist clings to streetlights along the Willamette Valley as dawn pushes through a dim, silver sky. Wet pavement reflects early headlights, and the air feels thick with the scent of damp leaves. Even this quiet start hints at an unfolding November pattern that could complicate errands, commutes, and early holiday travel along I-5 from Creswell to Junction City.
The National Weather Service in Portland notes a slight chance of showers early today, followed by brief clearing and a mild high near 62. To be fair, today offers the most comfortable conditions before the pattern turns wetter. Residents planning leaf cleanup, market runs, or short trips should use the morning dryness. Light rain returns later this afternoon, and a more organized push of moisture develops tonight with a 30 percent chance of rain…