Sacramento, California – A wave of summer heat returns to Northern California on Wednesday, July 30th, with Sacramento expected to hit 93°F by mid-afternoon. Drivers on Interstate 5 and outdoor workers should prepare for rising temperatures and intensifying sun exposure.
According to the National Weather Service, clear skies and a light southwest breeze will accompany the heat, with temperatures rising steadily after 9 a.m. Wednesday. South wind around 7 mph will offer limited relief. High pressure is locking in dry conditions that could increase fire danger in grassy areas through the weekend.
While no formal heat advisory is in effect, residents are urged to stay hydrated, limit strenuous activity, and avoid peak-hour travel in uncooled vehicles. Local officials also recommend checking on elderly neighbors and ensuring pets have shade and water. This heat arrives ahead of another scorcher expected Friday, August 1st, when Sacramento again approaches 93°F under sunny skies.
Five-Day Forecast for Sacramento:
- Wednesday, July 30: Sunny, high 89°F, low 59°F — light south wind
- Thursday, July 31: Sunny, high 92°F, low 60°F — south-southwest wind
- Friday, August 1: Sunny and hot, high 93°F, low 60°F — clear skies
- Saturday, August 2: Sunny, high 92°F, low 59°F — calm and dry
- Sunday, August 3: Sunny, high 90°F, low 60°F — continued heat
- Monday, August 4: Sunny again, high 93°F — no rain in sight
Conditions remain stable and hot through early next week. More updates will follow if fire danger or cooling advisories are issued.
