Sacramento, CA – A restless breeze stirs across the valley this morning, sweeping through tree canopies and rattling patio furniture ahead of a Wind Advisory in effect through Wednesday afternoon. The season’s first strong southerly system will push into Northern California today, bringing gusts up to 45 mph in Sacramento and 55 mph through the Carquinez Strait and Delta.
Residents should secure trash bins, outdoor furniture, and early holiday decorations before gusts ramp up midmorning. Power outages are possible where tree limbs strike lines, and high-profile vehicles may face hazardous travel along I-5 and Highway 99 during peak wind hours.
Rain returns by late morning Wednesday, marking the start of a brief but welcome early-November weather shift. Light showers are likely through Wednesday night, tapering into Thursday as temperatures settle back into the upper 60s. The air behind this system turns cooler and cleaner — a noticeable change after weeks of haze and mild highs.
By Friday, skies clear under calmer winds, setting up a bright, dry weekend across Northern California. Highs stay near 70°F with crisp mornings in the 50s — ideal for outdoor errands, early holiday prep, or Veterans Day plans.
After all, November in California rarely stays quiet for long. This wind-and-rain duo could be a first hint of the state’s winter storm season, reminding residents that late fall’s shift is officially underway.
