Portland’s 37-Day Dry Streak Concludes, Rain Expected Midweek
Portland's 37-day dry streak has ended with a brief shower, and while the end of August will remain dry and warm, rain is forecast to return midweek into early September, bringing several days of showers and potential thunderstorms.
Portland, OR, August 29, 2026 — The city of Portland has seen its extended dry spell broken by a recent brief shower, marking the end of a 37-day period without significant precipitation. While the immediate outlook for the conclusion of August indicates a return to dry and warm weather conditions, meteorologists are forecasting a shift later in the week.
Rain is anticipated to return midweek, extending into the early days of September. This forecast suggests several consecutive days of showers across the region. Additionally, there is potential for thunderstorms to develop during this period.
Specific details regarding the exact timing and intensity of the forecasted rain and thunderstorms have not been provided. The contractor responsible for the weather monitoring or the meteorological agency issuing the forecast was not named in the available information.
Residents can expect a change from the current dry and warm pattern as the week progresses. The period of showers is expected to bring a more unsettled weather system to the area.
Story summarized from the original created by Payton Major on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
