Portland vs Washington in August

Portland is the better pick in August — 89 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Portland is warm, dry, clean air, while Washington is sweltering, rainy.

Portland vs WashingtonAugust climate, side by side

PortlandWashington
Comfort score89/100 (A)70/100 (B)
Feels-like high28°C35°C
Avg high / low28° / 16°31° / 21°
Rainfall8 mm122 mm
Rainy days19
Humidity57%74%
Air quality (AQI)3464

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Portland vs Washington in August — FAQ

Is August better in Portland or Washington?
Portland is the better pick in August — 89 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Portland is warm, dry, clean air, while Washington is sweltering, rainy.
What is the weather like in Portland vs Washington in August?
In August, Portland averages 28°C high / 16°C low with about 8 mm of rain; Washington averages 31°C high / 21°C low with about 122 mm.