Soaked Again: Portland Braces For Choppy Seas And Midweek Wind Whiplash

Portlanders who barely had time to stash the umbrellas are reaching for them again. Light rain is falling across the city on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, with temperatures hovering near 54°F at Portland International Airport. Showers are expected to hang around through the day and into Wednesday, keeping highs near 60°F on Tuesday before slipping into the upper 50s on Wednesday. Out on the water, a short Small Craft Advisory is in effect from 6–10 AM PDT Tuesday, April 21, and a Hazardous Seas Watch covers offshore waters from Wednesday morning through Thursday morning (April 22–23), so boaters will want to stay on their toes.

What To Expect Today

Rain is likely through much of Tuesday, with lowland totals generally limited to a few tenths of an inch and higher amounts over the Coast Range and Cascades. West to southwest winds stay on the mild side, generally 2–6 mph, but persistent overcast and drizzle will keep roads slick and visibility muted. According to NWS Portland…..

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