Portland Travel Guide
Portland travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Portland is a city in Oregon. Portland is known for Food carts, bookstores and forests. It has a population of about 650.000.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Portland with partly cloudy. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 47°F to 55°F. Chance of precipitation is 78%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Portland is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Columbia River, Silver Falls State Park, Mount Hood and Cannon Beach.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 55°F is 8.1°F below the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Portland today at 9.5/10. Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Portland
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 45°30′54.7″N 122°40′42.2″W (45.5152, -122.6784)
Weather in Portland right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:18 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 57° / 43°
Light drizzle · 7% rain · wind 3 mph
☁️ 57° / 44°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 3 mph
Quick facts about Portland
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 45°30′54.7″N 122°40′42.2″W (45.5152, -122.6784) |
| Population | 650.000 |
| Known for | Food carts, bookstores and forests |
| Local time | 8:18 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Portland
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Portland.
Best time to visit Portland
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 35 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Portland
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland International Airport | PDX | 7 mi | Portland |
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | SEA | 135 mi | Seattle |
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | 255 mi | Vancouver |
Airports in Portland
1 airports mapped in this atlas
ZIP and postal codes in Portland
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Explore Portland
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Travel Guide for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Portland?
Portland is a city in Oregon. Its coordinates are 45.5152, -122.6784. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Portland right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 84% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Portland?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Portland, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Portland in?
Portland observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:18 PM.
How many people live in Portland?
Portland has a population of approximately 650.000.
What is the nearest airport to Portland?
The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 7 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 135 mi away and Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 255 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Portland?
Popular options include Columbia River, Silver Falls State Park, Mount Hood, Cannon Beach, Mount Rainier and Mount Rainier National Park.
What places are in Portland?
Portland covers 2 places in this atlas, including Portland International Airport and ZIP Code 97205.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 8:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
