Lifestyle

Casual Lifestyle

 

Oregon is very informal. People in Oregon usually choose comfort over fashion. It is typical to see...

• Students in jeans and t-shirts when they go to classes.

• Professors also in informal clothing.

• For informal activities: people in very informal clothing.

• For formal activities: some people in suits, but most people in informal pants or skirts.

Active Lifestyle

 

While you are in Eugene you will do a lot of walking. The UO campus is more than one kilometer across, and you will need to walk to classes, lunch, and instructors' offices.

 

People in Eugene like to do athletic activities outside. You may want to go for a walk or hike or bike ride. You will enjoy these activities much more if you can walk comfortably.

 

Therefore, it is very important that you bring comfortable shoes.

 

Clothing for all Seasons

 

Summer weather is warm in the day with cool evenings. You should bring clothes that will keep you cool during the day, and a light jacket or sweater to wear in the evening. Shorts, skirts, or pants are the most popular summer time clothing in Eugene. It is appropriate to wear them while attending classes and meetings at the University.

 

Winter weather has cooler temperatures and rain. You should dress in layers with sweaters, jackets, and a rain coat to stay comfortable.

 

You may want to bring one more formal outfit for special occasions or professional meetings.

Weather

Summer in Eugene usually begins in June/July and can last through early October. Eugene's summers are usually mild with warm days and cool evenings. Summer temperatures are in the 80's F (26 - 32 C), and the humidity is usually low.

 

Eugene's rainy season is from late Fall through early Spring. Temperatures are generally above freezing, with some icy nights. Snow is typically up in the mountains outside the city.

You may also travel to other parts of Oregon. The beautiful Pacific Coast is about 90 minutes West of Eugene. It is usually 5-10 degrees F (2-5 degrees C) cooler than the weather in Eugene, and it can be windy. Central Oregon is 2-3 hours East of Eugene. It is usually 5-10 degrees F (2-5 degrees C) warmer than the weather in Eugene in summer, and 5-10 degrees F (2-5 degrees C) colder in the winter.

 

See Eugene Weather for current and future weather forecasts.