Sacramento, CA – Residents in Sacramento are facing sweltering conditions as temperatures are forecast to remain in the triple digits through the Labor Day weekend, bringing heightened concerns for heat-related illnesses and fire danger.
According to the National Weather Service in Sacramento, Saturday will reach a high near 100 degrees under sunny skies. Overnight lows are expected to stay warm, dipping only to around 65 degrees. Sunday’s forecast shows little relief, with highs near 101 degrees before slightly cooler conditions arrive later in the week.
Forecasters note that Monday, Labor Day, will continue to be hot, with temperatures reaching 100 degrees again before easing into the upper 90s on Tuesday and Wednesday. Overnight lows will remain in the mid-60s throughout the stretch. Conditions are expected to moderate slightly by Friday, with a forecast high of 92 degrees.
Officials are urging residents to take precautions against the prolonged heat, which can be dangerous for vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and those without air conditioning. The National Weather Service recommends staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, and checking on neighbors and pets.
The hot, dry conditions also increase wildfire risk across Northern California. Fire agencies continue to advise residents to clear defensible space around homes and remain alert to evacuation warnings in case of flare-ups.
This extended heat wave comes as much of the West remains under dry, summer-like conditions while cooler air lingers across the central and eastern United States.
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