Wet. Gray. Cool. That's London's weather reputation. Sounds like Portland, Oregon weather. Or like the weather in Seattle, Washington. Right? The truth is, the few days before the opening ceremonies were in the 80s. But just like the Pacific Northwest, hot and sunny days can be … [Read more...]
Presidential Visits To Portland Help Us Fool The Rest Of The Country
When President Obama visits Portland, Oregon, the sun comes out. I can't explain why or how. But it does. And media from around the world documenting his trip show Portland as sunny. Again and again and again! Last Three Obama Visits To Portland - Nothing But Sunshine I looked up the … [Read more...]
Summer 2012 vs. Summer 2011: Which One’s Cooler?
It's late July 2012 and it's time for the mid-summer 'smackdown!' I've been hearing complaints lately (especially the last 48 hours when Portland hit 70 & 71 for highs) that this is turning into another bummer of a summer. But is that true? Can we really say it's like last year? My … [Read more...]
Central Oregon Vacation Leads To ‘Weather Confusion’
Weather confusion. Has it happened to you or your family? It was our annual Central Oregon summer trip and we were swimming in the pool with blue skies overhead. That's when our 5 year old said, "Daddy, when do we go home to Oregon?" I said, "We're in Oregon. Where do you think we are?" … [Read more...]
Portland Weather: After 10 Months, We’ve Done It Again
Blue skies. Temperatures warm enough to wear shorts. And sun glinting through the water of Portland's Salmon Street Springs. (Thanks to KOIN Local 6 Viewer Amanda Parson for this shot.) It must be summer in the Northwest. More 80 Degree Days Than Portland's Seen In 10 Months With a … [Read more...]
Heat From Across The U.S. Finally Moving Toward Portland And The Northwest
Say what? (I'm talking about the headline). Doesn't our weather usually head east and travel to other places--and not the other way around? That's definitely true during the rainy season. But this time around, the weather is moving back our way! How Portland & Seattle Will Get A Taste … [Read more...]
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