MEDFORD, Ore. – Southern Oregon’s stretch of calm, sunny fall weather is holding strong through Friday — but change is on the horizon this weekend. Warm, dry days across the Rogue Valley will give way to a late-Saturday shift as the next Pacific system brings increasing clouds and a chance of rain.
According to the National Weather Service in Medford, high pressure remains in control through the end of the workweek, keeping skies clear and winds light. Highs will climb into the upper 60s Wednesday and approach the mid-70s by Friday, marking one of the mildest stretches of October weather so far. Morning temperatures will still dip into the upper 30s and low 40s, making for crisp starts to the day.
Travelers along I-5 from Ashland to Grants Pass can expect excellent driving conditions through Friday, with calm winds and dry pavement. The pattern begins to change late Saturday, when clouds build and scattered showers arrive after sunset. Light rain may linger into Sunday morning, mainly north and west of Medford, before skies begin to clear again by late Sunday afternoon.
The weekend system will bring cooler air but little impact beyond a few slick roads and damp fields. Next week looks seasonably mild, with highs in the low 60s and more sun returning by Monday.
For now, the Rogue Valley’s weather remains classic fall perfection — bright, warm afternoons and cool, calm mornings ideal for hiking, harvest events, and early Halloween decorating.
Five-Day Forecast for Medford, OR:
Wed: 69/38 – Sunny, calm winds; crisp start.
Thu: 68/41 – Sunny and mild; light north breeze.
Fri: 71/44 – Sunny and warm; beautiful fall day.
Sat: 77/48 – Increasing clouds; rain possible late.
Sun: 62/43 – Light rain early; clearing later.
