What regions are affected by the freeze watch in California?

The freeze watch covers the northwestern portion of Modoc County and the northeastern quadrant of Siskiyou County in California.

Which Oregon regions are under the freeze watch?

The freeze watch extends to central and eastern Lake County and the Klamath Basin in Oregon, including areas around Klamath Falls, Chiloquin, Dorris, Tulelake, Lakeview, and Alturas.

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Freeze Watch Issued as Temperatures Plummet in Northern California and Southern Oregon

Q: How low are the temperatures expected to drop?

Temperatures are forecasted to drop to as low as 26 degrees Fahrenheit in the affected regions.

3 Oct

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Summary

Portions of Northern California and southern Oregon face freeze watch
Temperatures could drop to 26 degrees Fahrenheit
Freeze conditions pose risks to agriculture, landscaping, and plumbing

Freeze Watch Issued as Temperatures Plummet in Northern California and Southern Oregon

On October 3rd, 2025, portions of Northern California and southern Oregon were set to face a freeze watch as temperatures were forecasted to drop to as low as 26 degrees Fahrenheit. The National Weather Service (NWS) had issued the watch, which was expected to be in effect from Friday night through Saturday morning.

The unexpected cold snap posed risks to agriculture, landscaping, and property in the affected regions. Officials warned that the freeze conditions could potentially kill crops, damage sensitive vegetation, and cause harm to unprotected outdoor plumbing. As a result, agricultural producers and residents were urged to take immediate measures to safeguard their crops, plants, and pipes.