Portland, Oregon is renowned for its incredible dining scene, beautiful natural attractions, and hip way of life. Yet there’s one other factor of life in Portland that hard to ignore: the rainfall. With an average 154 days of rain, Portland has embraced the wet weather as a way of life. Here’s a glimpse of what life is like inside the rainiest town in America:
Portland, Oregon has a long-standing reputation for its impressive amount of rainfall.
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On average, this city receives a whopping 43 inches a year, and some studies believe this number is on the rise.
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Rainy and wet weather give Portland its famous mist, and while many may find the rain a deterrent, true Portlanders embrace it.
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It’s no wonder why this town has developed an incredible dining and coffee scene. A rainy day in Portland always causes for a cozy day inside.
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In fact, there’s even an entire website devoted to activities you can enjoy in Portland when it rains.
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And while it rains for about a third of the year, the sunny days are all the more bright and enjoyable. You can bet Portland residents take full advantage of sunny weather!
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Looking for unique Portland-inspired activities? Be sure to check out These 6 Incredible Day Trips You Can Take From Portland By Train.
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