Wind Advisory Issued for Rogue Valley, Gusts Up to 40 mph Expected

MEDFORD, Ore. (Nov. 13, 2026) — A Wind Advisory has been issued for portions of the Rogue Valley, with southeast winds expected to strengthen Saturday evening and continue into early Sunday morning.

The National Weather Service in Medford issued the advisory for 5 p.m. Saturday through 4 a.m. Sunday, warning that southeast winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 40 mph, are expected.

The advisory covers portions of Jackson County, including the southern and eastern areas of Medford, extending south to Ashland. Phoenix, Talent and portions of Interstate 5 are also included.

Winds are expected to be strongest around midnight Saturday.

The National Weather Service warns that gusty conditions could blow around unsecured outdoor objects, bring down tree limbs and result in isolated power outages.

The winds could also make driving difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles, including trucks, trailers and recreational vehicles.

Residents are encouraged to secure outdoor furniture and other loose objects before winds increase and use extra caution when traveling during the advisory period.

The advisory remains in effect until 4 a.m. Sunday.