California – Warm, dry air is already settling over the San Joaquin Valley this afternoon, pushing temperatures into the low 80s and setting up a sharp swing to cooler, wetter conditions within the next 48 hours.
According to the National Weather Service, Hanford reaches near 83°F today under sunny skies with light winds shifting northwest by afternoon. Roads across Highway 198 and CA-43 remain dry, and visibility stays clear across Kings County.
That warmth holds into Thursday with highs near 82°F and partly sunny skies. Conditions remain stable through the day, offering one more stretch of dry spring weather before a pattern change begins.
By Friday, clouds increase and a 40% chance of showers develops by early afternoon. Rain chances rise quickly into the evening, with a 70% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms after sunset. Roads may turn slick fast, especially during evening travel across Hanford and Lemoore.
Saturday keeps the wet trend going with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms after late morning. Expect wet pavement, reduced visibility, and slower travel on Highway 198 and surrounding rural roads.
Showers linger into Sunday with a 40% chance and cooler highs dropping into the upper 60s. Conditions begin to stabilize early next week, with sunshine returning and highs rebounding into the 70s.
Looking ahead, this pattern signals a brief reset before warmer spring temperatures build again late next week. For now, prepare for changing conditions. Are you noticing clouds starting to build this afternoon?
Five Day Outlook for Hanford, California:
Today: Sunny, high near 83°F
Tonight: Partly cloudy, low near 57°F
Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 82°F
Friday: Chance of showers, high near 77°F (40%)
Saturday: Showers likely with thunderstorms possible, high near 70°F (60%)
