Typical Run Score
82
Great
Portland · December
Running in Portland in December
Typical December running conditions in Portland — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
42°F
Cool
Avg dew point
37°F
Comfortable
Best window
11 AM–6 PM
Local time
Portland · today vs the December normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How December compares in Portland
December ranks 8th of 12 months for running in Portland, with a typical daytime Run Score of 82 (Great). For reference, the best month is May (score 91) and the hardest is August (score 70). The kindest window in December is typically 11 AM–6 PM. Precipitation falls in roughly 37% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the December norm.
Running weather in nearby cities
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Running in Portland in December: FAQ
Is it good to run in Portland in December?
Yes — it's one of the better months to run here. The typical daytime Run Score is 82 (Great), with temperatures around 42°F (5°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 11 AM–6 PM.
How hot is it for running in Portland in December?
Typical temperatures average 42°F (5°C) (Cool) with dew points near 37°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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