Portland · February
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 48°F, low 35°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 83% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 19 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
48° / 35°F
Humidity
83%
Rain days
19/mo
Wind
11 mph
What February feels like in Portland
Sunrise
08:11
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:36
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Portland in February
The kit for February in Portland: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
February vs the surrounding months
vs January
+1° avg high
0 rain days
Portland in January →
February
48°F avg high
19 rain days
Best: midday
vs March
-6° avg high
0 rain days
Portland in March →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Portland in February?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Portland in February?+
Average high 48°F, average low 35°F.
How does February compare to surrounding months in Portland?+
Compared to January (avg high 47°F), February is warmer. Compared to March (avg high 54°F), February is cooler.
Does it rain often in Portland in February?+
Expect about 19 measurable rain days in February, on average.