Medford, OR – Southern Oregon residents can expect showers early this week, but brighter skies arrive by Friday, October 3. Commuters and families should plan for damp conditions through Wednesday before a stretch of fall sunshine moves in for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, scattered showers linger Wednesday morning across Jackson County, including along I-5 through Medford. Drivers should allow extra travel time as wet pavement may cause slower conditions. Winds may gust up to 20 mph in the afternoon before tapering off in the evening.
By Thursday, October 2, conditions improve with only a slight chance of showers in the late morning. Skies clear into the evening, setting the stage for a dry and sunny Friday. Highs on Friday are forecast near 71°F, perfect for outdoor events and early Halloween decorating.
The weekend outlook is bright. Saturday and Sunday bring sunshine across the Rogue Valley, with highs in the low to mid-70s. Nights will feel crisp, with lows dipping into the mid-40s. Families planning pumpkin patch trips or outdoor fall activities can expect ideal conditions.
Looking ahead, early next week continues the sunny trend. Monday and Tuesday both feature clear skies, with highs reaching the upper 70s to near 80°F.
5-Day Forecast at a Glance (Medford, OR):
- Wednesday, Oct. 1: Showers likely, high 70°F.
- Thursday, Oct. 2: Slight chance of showers, high 70°F.
- Friday, Oct. 3: Mostly sunny, high 71°F.
- Saturday, Oct. 4: Sunny, high 73°F.
- Sunday, Oct. 5: Sunny, high 75°F.
