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Everyone always wants to know about the weather in Portland. Portland is known for its rain. It usually rains about 35 inches a year. New York and Portland get similar amounts of rain. The weather here is fairly moderate. According to Indian Legend, if Mt. Hood is covered with a cloud or hood, it is supposed to rain. If there is a ring of clouds around the collar, the weather will be fair.

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