In the metro area, expect between 0.2 and 0.4 inches, KGW meteorologist Chris McGinness said Friday morning, which could put a “fair amount of water on the roads.”
PORTLAND, Ore. — KGW issued a Weather Impact Alert Day for the first part of the day Friday due to widespread rainfall and much cooler temperatures.
Friday will see temperatures in the low 60s, and more importantly, rain through about 1 p.m. Rain started to roll in early Friday morning before the morning commute, and the day started off in the upper 40s.
In the metro area, expect between 0.2 and 0.4 inches, KGW meteorologist Chris McGinness said Friday morning, which could put a “fair amount of water on the roads before noon.”
The steady rain will start to taper off between noon and 1 p.m., which is when the Weather Impact Alert ends. “Spotty showers are possible (Friday) afternoon,” McGinness said. “We may finish the day with sunbreaks or overall clearing.”
When
Rain is expected to hit the Portland area on Friday.
Impact
If Portland gets strong showers that produce a good downpour, there may be local ponding of water in intersections, as well as the potential for outdoor events to be rescheduled.
Need
Residents are urged to drive carefully.
What are Weather Impact Alert days?
It’s our goal to make sure you have the most accurate and up-to-date information about the weather and its impact on you. The new KGW Weather Impact Alerts will be just that, alerts as far in advance as possible, so that you can be armed with accurate information to keep yourself and your family safe.
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