April Packing List for Portland — What to Wear & Bring

A lightweight Harrington jacket is perfect for Portland's 61°F April highs, offering a stylish layer that can handle a light mist.

Hoodies are a Portland staple; they provide warmth for 44°F mornings and a casual look for the Mississippi Avenue food carts.

Lightweight cotton trousers are breathable and comfortable for exploring Portland's many parks on 61°F April days.

On sunny April afternoons when highs reach 61°F, a short-sleeve shirt is perfect for a brewery patio in the Pearl District.

A windbreaker is ideal for the Willamette River waterfront, where April breezes can make 61°F feel a bit cooler.

Comfortable canvas sneakers are great for Portland's 61°F April days, provided it's one of the month's dry windows.

Portland's Forest Park trails stay muddy through April's 12 rainy days — waterproof trail runners handle the wet, rooted terrain of Wildwood Trail while doubling as stylish city footwear in the Pearl District.

A pair of sturdy leather boots handles the 12 rainy days of April and looks great at a Portland jazz club.

A baseball cap is a simple way to keep sun or a light Portland drizzle out of your eyes during 61°F April afternoons.

April sun can be surprisingly bright in Portland, so sunglasses are essential for 61°F days in the city's many open spaces.

A light scarf adds style and a bit of warmth for Portland's 44°F April mornings.

A small daypack is perfect for carrying your layers as you explore Portland's various neighborhoods in 61°F April weather.

Portland's April highs of 61°F draw crowds to Laurelhurst Park and along the Willamette riverfront on sunny breaks between the month's 12 rainy days — a compact waterproof picnic blanket is worth the minimal bag space.

Essential for keeping your lens clear of mist during Portland's 12 rainy days in April.