June 20, 2025 4:00 a.m. 

A big change to weather conditions in the Umpqua Valley is expected on Friday and Saturday.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Medford told News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN that low pressure coming down from the Gulf of Alaska will lead to much cooler afternoon high temperatures and showers over the 48-hour period. Forecasters said there is a slight chance of thunderstorms in the forecast for Friday. Highs will be in the upper 50s to low 60s. Showers should increase on Saturday bringing a wet start to the first full day of summer.

Sunday near normal high temperatures and sunshine is slated to return. By Monday, high pressure will be coming in with highs in the mid 80’s expected. Tuesday could hit or top 90 degrees.

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