Portland area could see a frosty Monday morning, meteorologists say
Key Points:
- Temperatures in the Portland area are expected to drop sharply Sunday night and Monday morning, potentially reaching the low to upper 30s, prompting a frost advisory from the National Weather Service.
- The cold snap will also affect southwest Washington, the Coast range, Cascade foothills, and the Upper Hood River Valley, where even colder temperatures are anticipated.
- The frost advisory warns gardeners to protect outdoor plants susceptible to frost damage by covering them or bringing them indoors.
- The chilly conditions are expected to persist through Tuesday night, but daytime temperatures will remain mild, reaching the mid-60s.
- By Thursday and Friday, daytime temperatures are forecasted to rise again into the 70s, easing the cold spell.