Portland in September
September in Portland is peak spring, and the weather reflects it. You're looking at average daily highs of 14.8 degrees.
The average daily maximum is 14.8 degrees with overnight lows of 10.0 degrees. Manageable with a decent layer, and you'll warm up by midday.
September is 3.1 degrees cooler than Portland's yearly average.
Rainfall in September averages 90mm over about 17 days. That means roughly a 57% chance of rain on any given day, so definitely bring rain gear.
Sunshine-wise, September delivers around 11.8 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the high category. Sun protection is still a good idea, especially around midday.
September scores 2.3/10 on our Comfort Score. It's the tough end of the year weather-wise.
Packing tip: bring a proper winter jacket, waterproof gear, and serious sun protection.
The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in September.
September at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in September. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Warm layers including a heavy jacket or coat
- A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella
Coming From Overseas?
How September in Portland stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 5 degrees cooler and considerably wetter.
About 11 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 12 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How September Compares
Portland's monthly climate at a glance. September is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21.2 | 14.6 | 71mm | 8.2 |
| Feb | 22.2 | 13.5 | 5mm | 10.0 |
| Mar | 21.9 | 13.7 | 14mm | 9.2 |
| Apr | 16.9 | 11.3 | 54mm | 4.0 |
| May | 15.9 | 9.7 | 23mm | 3.5 |
| Jun | 13.2 | 7.6 | 37mm | 1.5 |
| Jul | 13.0 | 7.4 | 84mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 16.2 | 9.4 | 70mm | 3.4 |
| Sep | 14.8 | 10.0 | 90mm | 2.3 |
| Oct | 17.7 | 10.4 | 68mm | 5.6 |
| Nov | 19.8 | 12.0 | 91mm | 7.1 |
| Dec | 21.5 | 13.2 | 41mm | 9.1 |