Medford, Oregon – Fire danger and scattered thunderstorms threaten the Rogue Valley this Wednesday, July 30th, as heat and unstable air collide.
According to the National Weather Service, a Fire Weather Watch remains in effect until 11 p.m. Wednesday for Jackson County, including Medford and the I-5 corridor. Dry lightning and gusty outflow winds could spark new wildfires during afternoon and evening storm development. The most likely window for thunderstorm activity is between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday, with up to a 30% chance of precipitation.
Residents in Medford, Central Point, and along Highway 62 should avoid outdoor burning, stay alert for lightning, and report any new fires immediately. Calmer winds are expected early, but gusts may reach 15 mph near storm cells.
The heat continues as highs hit 96°F in Medford, tapering only slightly Thursday and Friday with forecast highs of 93°F both days. Although Thursday brings a slim chance of isolated showers, skies turn mostly clear into the weekend.
🔎 5-Day Weather Outlook: Medford, Oregon
- Wednesday, July 30: High near 96°F. Slight chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Winds NW at 6 mph.
- Thursday, July 31: High near 93°F. 20% chance of showers in the morning. Mostly sunny by afternoon.
- Friday, August 1: Sunny and dry. High near 93°F.
- Saturday, August 2: Hot again, high around 91°F.
- Sunday, August 3: Partly cloudy, high near 88°F.
- Monday, August 4: Sunny skies return. High around 88°F.
🔥 Fire conditions remain volatile. Avoid non-essential burning and monitor emergency alerts as dry lightning remains a concern through Wednesday night.
