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Portland in April
Portland warms up: highs climb to 58°F (15°C), from 53°F in March, with lows of 42°F (5°C) and about 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 66/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 58°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 4.7 in (119 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 18 min
- Comfort score
- 66/100 · Good
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 58°F (15°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 42°F (5°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.7 in (119 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 75%.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort improves from 49/100 in March to 66/100.
- Our Pacific Northwest route recommends Jun – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 42°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Portland in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Multnomah Falls
Oregon's tallest waterfall at 620 feet, 30 minutes east in the Columbia River Gorge.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring.
Lan Su Chinese Garden
Walled Ming-style garden with a teahouse in Old Town Chinatown.
Why now April scores 66/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Vista House at Crown Point
1918 stone observatory high above the Columbia River with the Gorge's signature view.
Why now Highs near 58°F and 4.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Portland Japanese Garden
Eight garden styles on a Washington Park hillside, often called the finest outside Japan.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Multnomah Whiskey Library
Leather-and-wood whiskey bar with 1,500+ bottles and a rolling cart service.
Nearby in April
- Cannon Beach in April~67 mi · highs 54°F, 5.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Astoria in April~72 mi · highs 54°F, 5.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Yachats in April~109 mi · highs 52°F, 4.5 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Snoqualmie Pass in April~145 mi · highs 43°F, 5.1 in rain · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Portland and Northwest Portland.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~257 m to Portland's ~21 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Portland in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Portland?
It's middling, scoring 66/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 94. Expect highs of 58°F (15°C) and 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain. Our Pacific Northwest route recommends Jun – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Portland in April?
Average highs are 58°F (15°C) and average lows 42°F (5°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Portland in April?
Some: about 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 58.4 in (1484 mm).
What should I pack for Portland in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 42°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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