Medford, OR – Signs of winter have arrived in southern Oregon, with snow falling Friday at higher elevations including Mount Ashland and Crater Lake, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Medford.
The agency posted an advisory early Friday urging drivers to prepare for changing road conditions as colder temperatures settle across the region. “Signs of winter are in the air,” NWS Medford wrote, reminding travelers to slow down, leave extra following distance, and avoid using cruise control on slick roads.
According to NWS meteorologists, snow accumulation is possible at higher elevations, particularly along mountain passes such as Siskiyou Summit and Crater Lake Highway. Drivers heading through those areas this weekend should carry a winter travel kit and check trip conditions before leaving.
While lower elevations across Jackson and Josephine counties will remain clear, temperatures are expected to dip into the 30s overnight, bringing potential for frost in the valleys. Forecasters say this early-season snow is a reminder that full winter weather could arrive soon.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updates through weather.gov/Medford for the latest forecasts and travel advisories.
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