Oregon – Headlights cut through mist this morning in the Rogue Valley as cold rain dampens pavement and chills the air. The pattern feels unsettled now, but the bigger story is what follows: colder nights, falling snow levels, and winter travel concerns heading into the final days of 2025.
According to the National Weather Service in Medford, rain continues early with temperatures in the upper 30s to low 40s. Snow levels hover near 3,000 feet this morning and fall toward 2,000 feet later today and tonight. While valley floors stay rain-soaked, nearby passes and higher terrain could see snow accumulation.
In Medford, wet roads along I-5, Highway 62, and surface streets may remain slick through the morning commute. Visibility can briefly drop during steadier rain. Drivers heading north or south through the Siskiyous should be alert for changing conditions, especially late today and tonight as colder air deepens.
Rain tapers heading into Saturday, allowing partial sunshine to return. That break improves weekend travel, but it comes with a tradeoff. Clearer skies allow temperatures to drop sharply after sunset. By Saturday night, lows dip into the mid-20s, setting the stage for widespread freezing conditions.
Sunday starts crisp, with frost coating windshields and shaded roads. Any leftover moisture may refreeze, creating patchy black ice on bridges and elevated surfaces. Daytime highs rebound into the low 40s, but nights stay cold into early next week.
Looking ahead, meteorologists are tracking another system around Wednesday, December 31. Rain is possible on New Year’s Eve, with snow remaining confined to higher elevations. Winter vigilance remains key as 2026 approaches.
Plan extra time today, slow down near mountain passes, and prepare for freezing mornings this weekend. Traveling soon? What are road conditions like where you are?
Five-Day Outlook for Medford, Oregon
- Today: Rain likely; highs near 42. Snow levels lowering to around 2,000 feet.
- Saturday: Slight chance of showers early, then partly sunny; highs near 40.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny; highs near 42 after a freezing morning.
- Monday: Sunny; highs near 47, cold overnight lows near 31.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny; highs near 50, watching New Year’s Eve rain chances.
