Medford, Ore. – Drivers in southern Oregon could see slick roads on I-5 by Saturday evening as scattered showers move into the Medford area. Temperatures will dip slightly over the weekend before a heat-up pushes highs back into the 90s by Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service, Saturday carries a 30% chance of showers during the day, with a slight chance lingering until 11 p.m. Most of the rainfall will be light, but motorists should watch for reduced visibility in higher elevations and on rural routes. Winds will remain light but may shift, creating brief gusts near open areas.
Friday will stay sunny with highs near 89°F before clouds increase overnight. Saturday will top out near 79°F, then rebound to 85°F on Sunday with partly sunny skies. Monday’s mostly sunny conditions will set the stage for a hot stretch, with highs reaching 90°F Tuesday and up to 94°F by Thursday.
Residents should prepare for fluctuating temperatures by keeping hydration in mind and limiting outdoor work during peak heat hours early next week. Those traveling on I-5 or nearby mountain passes Saturday evening should slow down and use headlights in any rain.
The next system is not expected until late next week, meaning a prolonged dry spell after Saturday night’s showers.
Five Day Forecast for Medford, OR
- Saturday: 30% chance of showers, high 79°F, low 63°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 85°F, low 60°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F, low 60°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 90°F, low 58°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 92°F, low 59°F
