Medford drivers could face slick patches on Interstate 5 this morning as light showers move across Jackson County before skies clear midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Medford, a 40% chance of rain lingers through this afternoon, but dry weather builds in by Wednesday night. Calm winds and mild daytime highs will make conditions more manageable for travelers and outdoor workers beginning Thursday, October 2.
Clouds remain in place through Wednesday, with temperatures reaching the upper 60s. By Thursday, skies turn partly sunny, and highs climb near 70 degrees. Friday and Saturday look even brighter, with temperatures in the low to mid-70s and clear skies dominating southern Oregon.
Local agencies urge residents to take caution on wet roads this morning, especially along I-5 near Central Point and Ashland, where visibility may drop in patches of fog. While conditions improve quickly, Tuesday’s unsettled weather marks the final wet push before Oregon settles into a calm, dry stretch.
October’s arrival signals steady fall weather for Medford, with cool nights and crisp mornings leading into the weekend. By Sunday, skies stay sunny, and temperatures push near 74 degrees — ideal for outdoor events, farmers’ markets, and travel across the Rogue Valley.
Residents should plan around the dry window ahead, taking advantage of the mild start to October before cooler, wetter systems return later this month.
Five-Day Forecast for Medford, OR
- Tuesday: Showers possible, high 68°F
- Wednesday: Chance of showers, high 69°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 70°F
- Friday: Sunny, high 73°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high 73°F
