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Portland, OR Weather on April 9
Portland hits 81°F record on April 9, 1985 - far above typical spring highs
April 9th has been a day of temperature extremes in Portland's weather history. In 1985, the city soared to a remarkable 81°F, nearly 22 degrees above the normal high of 59°F for this date. Meanwhile, a frigid 34°F reading in 1982 demonstrates the unpredictability of Portland's spring season, showing how the same calendar day can bring conditions ranging from early summer warmth to near-freezing cold across the 55 years of records.
What to Expect on April 9
Planning for April 9th in Portland, OR? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 9 ever in Portland?
The warmest April 9 in Portland, OR reached 81°F in 1985. That is 22°F above the long-term average high of 59°F.
What was the coldest April 9 ever in Portland?
The coldest April 9 in Portland, OR dropped to 34°F in 1990. That is 8°F below the long-term average low of 42°F.
What is the average temperature on April 9 in Portland?
On April 9, Portland averages a high of 59°F and a low of 42°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from PORTLAND KGW-TV.
How many years of weather data are available for April 9 in Portland?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 9 in Portland, OR, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 9 Weather History in Portland
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 65°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 63°F | 48°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2023 | 54°F | 47°F | 1.4" | -- |
| 2022 | 52°F | 40°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2021 | 59°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 74°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 56°F | 46°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2018 | 68°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 57°F | 40°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2016 | 66°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 65°F | 40°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2014 | 61°F | 44°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 2013 | 56°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 68°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 56°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 53°F | 39°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2009 | 59°F | 45°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2008 | 53°F | 43°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 2007 | 56°F | 43°F | 0.48" | -- |
| 2006 | 58°F | 47°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2005 | 56°F | 40°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2004 | 77°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 61°F | 42°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2002 | 61°F | 51°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 2001 | 53°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 58°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 48°F | 35°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1998 | 56°F | 43°F | 0.48" | -- |
| 1997 | 50°F | 38°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1996 | 62°F | 50°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1995 | 54°F | 40°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1994 | 55°F | 47°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 1993 | 52°F | 46°F | 1.63" | -- |
| 1992 | 61°F | 47°F | 1.73" | -- |
| 1991 | 52°F | 43°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1990 | 63°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 70°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 69°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 64°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 56°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 81°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 49°F | 42°F | 1.68" | -- |
| 1983 | 47°F | 37°F | 1.52" | -- |
| 1982 | 66°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 54°F | 39°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1980 | 55°F | 44°F | 1.55" | -- |
| 1979 | 54°F | 40°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 1978 | 72°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 56°F | 42°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1976 | 68°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 54°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 50°F | 42°F | 1.24" | -- |
| 1973 | 67°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 52°F | 37°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1971 | 50°F | 39°F | 3.51" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: PORTLAND KGW-TV
How Has April 9 Changed?
The last decade has been 1.6°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Portland, OR, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.