Medford residents should prepare for an unseasonably hot start to the week, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s by Tuesday. Heat may stress vulnerable groups and create hazards for drivers on I-5, especially during afternoon travel hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Medford, highs will reach near 90 on Saturday and climb steadily, topping out at 97 degrees Tuesday afternoon. Calm winds and clear skies will worsen heat buildup in parked vehicles, posing a danger to pets and children. Local officials urge residents to limit strenuous outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check on elderly neighbors during peak heat hours.
Sunday offers a brief break with highs near 83, but the heat rebounds quickly Monday with highs in the upper 80s before peaking Tuesday. Nights will bring some relief, dropping into the low-to-mid 50s, though daytime heat will dominate through midweek.
The Rogue Valley’s dry stretch also means increased fire risk, especially in surrounding foothills and along rural routes outside Medford. Drivers traveling Highway 62 toward Eagle Point and I-5 south through Ashland should remain alert for fire crews and roadside activity.
By Wednesday, temperatures ease slightly to the lower 90s, with Thursday and Friday trending cooler but still sunny, keeping the region dry into the start of fall.
Residents can expect updated advisories if heat persists longer than projected, with the next shift toward cooler fall weather possible late next week.
Five Day Forecast for Medford, Oregon:
- Sunday: High 83, low 51, partly sunny then clear.
- Monday: High 88, low 53, sunny.
- Tuesday: High 97, low 58, hot and sunny.
- Wednesday: High 92, low 57, mostly sunny.
- Thursday: High 89, low 56, sunny.
