Medford, OR – Dangerous heat is set to intensify across Southern Oregon by Thursday, with Medford expected to hit 95°F by Friday and soar into the triple digits by early next week. The National Weather Service warns of a prolonged heatwave building across Jackson County, peaking Tuesday with a high near 102°F.
According to the National Weather Service in Medford, the region will gradually warm through Thursday under mostly clear skies, with northwest breezes offering little relief. By Saturday, temperatures will push near 99°F, and the heat will intensify Sunday through Tuesday, making heat illness a growing concern, especially for those without access to air conditioning.
Thursday: Mostly sunny with a high near 89°F. Light northwest winds in the afternoon.
Friday: Clear and sunny. High 95°F. Overnight low near 63°F.
Saturday: Hot and sunny. High 99°F. Overnight low around 68°F.
Sunday: Unrelenting heat continues. High 101°F. Mostly clear overnight near 71°F.
Monday-Tuesday: Peak of the heatwave. Highs near 102°F both days with little overnight cooling.
Residents should begin heat prep now — limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets. No heat advisories are posted yet, but alerts are likely if current trends hold.
Five Day Forecast for Medford, OR:
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 89°F / low 57°F
- Friday: Sunny, high 95°F / low 63°F
- Saturday: Hot, high 99°F / low 68°F
- Sunday: Hot, high 101°F / low 71°F
- Monday: Hot, high 102°F / low 71°F
