Weather and Big Event Highlights on Central Oregon Coast

Published 08/15/2011

(Newport, Oregon) – August and September feature a bevy of high-profile events and landmarks for Newport. While September heralds in the best weather of the year on the Oregon coast (called the “Second Summer”), the next month and a half features a jazz festival, NOAA opening its facilities, an outdoor farmer’s market, the Nye Beach Stroll, and more.
 
Second Summer on the Oregon Coast. Beginning in September, and usually going through most of October, you get the most inviting weather of the entire year on the coast. Temperatures stick around the 70’s, winds are quite low to non-existent, and the skies are bluer than you’ll ever find them.
 
It’s nicknamed the “second summer” on the coast, and it’s something you can count on like clockwork for this season.
 
The culprit is a mix of weather conditions at this time of year. One of the biggest factors is the temperature differences between inland Oregon and the coast are less because the valley has cooled a little and the ocean is warmer because of the summer sun through July and August. This allows warmer winds from the east and south to dominate, and diminishes the possibility for fog coming off the ocean.
 
On top of this, it’s the most inviting time of the year. Crowds have decreased, traffic on 101 is less and lodging prices often have gone down – sometimes substantially.
 
More Event Highlights
 
August 20 - 21. NOAA Ribbon Cutting. Dignitaries, ribbon cutting, and dedications for the new National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration operations center. 11a.m.-noon. Newport, Oregon. Public tours of the facility will occur from 1 - 4 p.m. both days.
 
Every Saturday. Newport Farmers Market. Local organic growers, market gardeners and green thumbs bring their fresh produce to the market – all in an outdoor setting. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Newport City Hall. Hwy 101 and Angle St. Newport, Oregon. www.newportfarmersmarket.org. (541) 961-8236.
 
September 10. Nye Beach Second Saturday Stroll. Every second Saturday of the month, the historic, beachside neighborhood of Nye Beach holds a loose conglomeration of things to do, taste, see and buy: it always depends on what retailers decide, what musicians show up and whatever other surprises may pop up.
 
Street performers dot the corners, sometimes with their instrument cases open for donations. Wine tasting, food specials, art demos, chalk art, and special discounts will be featured. Throughout the Nye Beach District. Contact: Linda Neigebauer, 541-270-2234
 
September 17. Oregon Coast Aquarium’s Fourth Annual Jellyfish Jubilee. Scrumptious food and regional wines, along with themed galleries to remind you of the beach, a fire fly-lit summer night and a seat in Paris at a French Bistro. There is a champagne reception and music by steel drummer, the Northwest Pan Man.
 
The Jellyfish Jubilee benefits animal care, exhibit upkeep and educational programs at the aquarium. Cuisine provided by Restaurant Beck, The Bay House, Starfish Grill, Local Ocean, Bay 839, Shilo Inn Newport, Chinook Winds, Nana’s Irish Pub, Savory Cafe & Pizzeria, South Beach Grill and Ch’Boggie. Regional Wines Provided by EdenVale Winery, Sokol Blosser, Oak Noll Winery, Barefoot Bubbly & Champagne, Palotai Vineyard & Winery, Pyrenees Vineyard & Cellars.
 
Tickets are $100 for this benefit. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Oregon Coast Aquarium. Ferry Slip Road. Newport, Oregon. www.aquarium.org. 541-867-3474, ext 5217
 
September 30-October 2. 2011 Jazz at Newport. The Performing Arts Center hosts the 8th Annual Jazz at Newport. Concerts and jazz clinics for local students and jazz musicians. Newport, Oregon. 541-265-2787. jazzatnewport.org.

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