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Portland in June
Portland warms up: highs climb to 72°F (22°C), from 66°F in May, with lows of 51°F (11°C) and about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain.
June opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 88/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 72°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 72°F (22°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 51°F (11°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.2 in (55 mm) for the month.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 28 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around June
June is one of Portland's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 72°F, up from 66°F in May.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: June – September.
- Longest days of the year, about 15 h 28 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 83/100 in May to 88/100.
- June sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Pacific Northwest route recommends.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 72°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Portland in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
International Rose Test Garden
Free garden of 10,000+ rose bushes with city and Mount Hood views.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun.
Vista House at Crown Point
1918 stone observatory high above the Columbia River with the Gorge's signature view.
Why now June scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Multnomah Whiskey Library
Leather-and-wood whiskey bar with 1,500+ bottles and a rolling cart service.
Screen Door
Southern comfort food; known for fried chicken and waffles.
Lan Su Chinese Garden
Walled Ming-style garden with a teahouse in Old Town Chinatown.
Why now Highs near 72°F and 2.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in June
- Cannon Beach in June~67 mi · highs 64°F, 2.2 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Astoria in June~72 mi · highs 64°F, 2.2 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Yachats in June~109 mi · highs 59°F, 1.5 in rain · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, drier
- Snoqualmie Pass in June~145 mi · highs 61°F, 3.1 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, wetter
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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Portland?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 72°F (22°C) and 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain. June is inside the Jun – Sep window our Pacific Northwest route recommends.
How hot is Portland in June?
Average highs are 72°F (22°C) and average lows 51°F (11°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Portland in June?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 58.4 in (1484 mm).
What should I pack for Portland in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 72°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Portland
Routes in season in June
- Pacific Northwest Jun – Sep
Planning Portland in June?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.