When is the first freeze in Portland, OR?
NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for PORTLAND INTL AP, OR US put the middle date for the first fall freeze (32°F or colder) at about Nov 19. The middle date for the first hard freeze (28°F or colder) is about Dec 5.
| First fall freeze (32°F), middle date | Nov 19 |
|---|---|
| First hard freeze (28°F), middle date | Dec 5 |
| Last spring freeze (32°F), middle date | Mar 13 |
| Chance of a 32°F night in a year | 100% |
| Weather station | PORTLAND INTL AP, OR US (USW00024229) |
The middle date is NOAA's 50% date. In about half of years the first freeze comes sooner, and in half it comes later. One station can differ from nearby areas, mostly low or rural spots. Dates change each year, so check the latest National Weather Service forecast.
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NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, annual/seasonal normals, station USW00024229: fields ANN-TMIN-PRBFST-T32FP50, ANN-TMIN-PRBFST-T28FP50, ANN-TMIN-PRBLST-T32FP50, ANN-TMIN-PRBOCC-LSTH032. https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-annualseasonal/1991-2020/access/USW00024229.csv. ForecastBooked is not affiliated with or endorsed by NOAA.