Month guide · Portland · United States
Portland in July
What July is really like in Portland: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
July 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 15.3 hours of daylight. Dry and sunny, ideal for the Gorge and Mount Hood; heatwaves can push temperatures well above 35°C.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 15.3 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in July
July is the 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 June (24°C (75°F)), July is warmer; by August highs stay near 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:36
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 20:57
- Daylight
- About 15.3 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, July rates 5 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Waterfront Blues Festival (usually around 4 July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Garden · Eastmoreland
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
Peak bloom is usually April and May.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Couples
- Kids
- Off the beaten path
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Street · Alberta Arts District
Alberta Street murals and galleries
About 20 blocks of Northeast Alberta Street are lined with murals, galleries, studios and food spots, making it a good walking street for an afternoon.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Food
- Shopping
Neighbourhood · Pearl District
Pearl District galleries and First Thursday
Combine an evening gallery walk with dinner nearby and a browse at Powell's.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- After dark
- Shopping
Park · Downtown
Mill Ends Park
Billed as the smallest park in the world, Mill Ends is a single circle about 60 cm across in the median of SW Naito Parkway, created on St Patrick's Day in 1976 and decorated by locals with tiny additions.
- Time needed
- 10 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- 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 July a good time to visit Portland?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Portland?
It is one of the best months to visit Portland. Dry and sunny, ideal for the Gorge and Mount Hood; heatwaves can push temperatures well above 35°C.
+How warm is Portland in July?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Portland in July?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.