Monthly climate guide
Portland weather in December
Expect cold weather in Portland in December: afternoons reach about 6°C (43°F), while nights drop to around 1°C (33°F). Around 236 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Seasonally, December counts as early winter in Portland.
- Portland is usually about 6°C cooler than Memphis in December.
- Days and nights are close, only about 6°C apart.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Portland — roughly 85% more rain than average.
December is typically Portland's coolest month.It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
6°C
43°F
Avg low
1°C
33°F
Rainfall
236 mm
very wet
Humidity
92%
relative
Sky
78%
cloud · often cloudy
Portland weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 34°F | 201 mm | 92% | 78% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | 1°C / 34°F | 178 mm | 90% | 79% |
| March | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 37°F | 194 mm | 87% | 77% |
| April | 14°C / 57°F | 4°C / 40°F | 130 mm | 84% | 74% |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 78 mm | 82% | 67% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 49°F | 53 mm | 79% | 60% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 12°C / 53°F | 11 mm | 70% | 39% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 13°C / 55°F | 12 mm | 64% | 39% |
| September | 24°C / 76°F | 11°C / 52°F | 69 mm | 68% | 50% |
| October | 17°C / 62°F | 7°C / 45°F | 164 mm | 80% | 61% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | 3°C / 38°F | 204 mm | 89% | 76% |
| December | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 33°F | 236 mm | 92% | 78% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Portland?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Portland →Other United States cities in December
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Portland in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Portland?
December is cool in Portland, with highs around 6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Portland in December?
Average highs are about 6°C (43°F) and average lows about 1°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Portland in December?
Portland typically gets around 236 mm of rain in December — very wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Portland (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.