Oregon — Sunshine breaks through early, but storm clouds are already lining up west of the Cascades, setting the stage for a quick shift in conditions by late day.
According to the National Weather Service, Medford climbs from the upper 40s this morning to near 79 degrees this afternoon, with a slight chance of thunderstorms developing after 5 p.m. .
The morning commute stays dry across Medford, Ashland, and Central Point. Roads along I-5 and Highway 62 remain clear, but conditions change fast later. Brief downpours could create slick pavement and reduced visibility, especially near low-lying sections and drainage-prone areas along Bear Creek.
This is part of a broader Pacific Northwest pattern shift, where building warmth collides with incoming moisture, triggering scattered spring storms.
By Saturday, showers increase between late morning and mid-afternoon, with isolated thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m. Expect intermittent wet roads from Grants Pass to Eagle Point. Drivers should watch for sudden changes, especially on rural routes where runoff can collect quickly.
Sunday brings the warmest air, with highs near 84 degrees, but storm chances persist into the afternoon. Lightning and brief heavy rain could disrupt outdoor plans and slow traffic near Medford Airport and along I-5.
Early next week trends quieter, with slight shower chances Monday before drier, warmer weather returns. Highs push back toward 80 degrees by Tuesday and mid-80s by midweek.
Storms are not expected to reach severe levels, but lightning and gusty winds remain possible. Keep devices charged and avoid open areas during storms.
5-Day Outlook for Medford:
Saturday: 78° | Showers, PM storm risk
Sunday: 84° | Warm, isolated storms
Monday: 75° | Slight showers
Tuesday: 80° | Mostly sunny
Wednesday: 83° | Sunny, warmer
