Month guide · Portland · United States
Portland in August
What August is really like in Portland: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Adonelson, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
August is one of the best months to visit Portland. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 14°C (57°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 14.1 hours of daylight. Warm and dry; wildfire smoke can occasionally haze the sky in late summer.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 14.1 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in August
August is the 2nd-warmest month in Portland: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 18°C (64°F), and nights fall to about 14°C (57°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 31 days. Compared with July (28°C (82°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs drop to around 25°C (77°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:12
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 20:19
- Daylight
- About 14.1 hours
Summer (June–August). Dry, warm and sunny, with the Rose Festival, outdoor concerts and the busiest season; occasional heat and smoke.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 5 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: August is one of the pricier months.
Events in August
August has no major recurring festival in Portland, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in August
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Historic site · Northwest and Nob Hill
Pittock Mansion
Built in 1914 for newspaper publisher Henry Pittock, this French Renaissance-style mansion sits about 300 metres above the city, with period rooms inside and grounds that look out over downtown to Mount Hood, Mount St.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- History
- Architecture
Park · Northwest and Nob Hill
Forest Park
For a short taste, walk the Lower Macleay Trail from NW Upshur Street to the Stone House and back.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Active
Zoo · Washington Park
Oregon Zoo
The Oregon Zoo in Washington Park is known for its Asian elephant herd and its Pacific Northwest habitats with cougars, black bears and river otters, plus polar bears and primates.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
Garden · Washington Park
Hoyt Arboretum
Start at the visitor centre for a trail map, and walk the short Redwood Trail.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 14°C and 3 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Portland?
One of the best months to visit Portland. The other best months are June–July and September. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Portland?
It is one of the best months to visit Portland. Warm and dry; wildfire smoke can occasionally haze the sky in late summer.
+How warm is Portland in August?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Portland in August?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.