Oregon — Headlights glow through thick gray fog across the Rogue Valley this morning. Wet pavement reflects brake lights as visibility drops in spots, creating a cautious start for early drivers.
Rain and fog dominate the early hours around Medford, with temperatures holding near 41 degrees. Visibility improves gradually by mid-morning, but low clouds linger. According to the National Weather Service, fog remains widespread before 10 a.m., especially near low-lying roads and open fields.
Travel impacts are most likely on Highway 62, Highway 99, and rural connectors where fog thickens quickly. Drivers should expect sudden drops in visibility and allow extra braking distance. For now, winds stay calm, which allows fog to linger longer than usual.
Skies partially clear this afternoon as temperatures climb toward 49 degrees. The break will be brief. Tonight brings another round of patchy fog and colder air, with lows dropping to 32 degrees. Any leftover moisture may freeze on bridges and shaded roads by early Tuesday.
Tuesday stays cool but brighter, with highs near 52 degrees. Areas of fog return early, then clouds build late. A slight rain chance develops by evening as the next system approaches. Snow levels remain well above valley floors, but mountain travel could see impacts.
By Wednesday, Medford holds onto dry breaks between systems. Highs stay near 52 degrees, while nights dip close to freezing again. Thursday continues the pattern with morning fog and filtered sunshine.
Looking into early next week, a warming trend emerges across the West. Temperatures trend above normal, signaling a slow February thaw after repeated cold nights.
Plan ahead: Slow down in fog, watch for slick spots at night, and stay alert during early commutes.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Medford, Oregon
- Today: Fog early, partial sun later, high near 49°F
- Tuesday: Morning fog, slight rain late, high near 52°F
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, patchy fog early, high near 52°F
- Thursday: Fog early, partly sunny, high near 52°F
- Friday: Areas of fog, slight rain chance, high near 52°F
