Portland
A community guide to Portland in Oregon, the United States.
- Population
- 652,503 residents
- Region
- Oregon
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 45.5234, -122.6762
Climate
The climate at Portland is temperate, with marked seasonal variation between summer and winter, reflecting its location at latitude 45.52 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Portland experience. Visitors planning a trip to Portland should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Overview
Portland is a populated place in Oregon, the United States. The community supports 652,503 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Oregon. Its position within the broader regional network gives Portland a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Community and amenities
Portland offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Oregon: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Portland's residents. Visitors passing through Portland encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Geography and location
Portland sits at approximate coordinates 45.5234 latitude and -122.6762 longitude within Oregon. The terrain and natural features around Portland reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Oregon road network providing the principal routes in and out.