California – A thin veil of mist hangs over Sacramento streets early this morning, softening traffic lights and dulling skylines as commuters head out. Visibility remains reduced in pockets, especially near the rivers and low-lying roads, but brighter conditions are waiting just hours away.
According to the National Weather Service in Sacramento, patchy mist fades through the morning, giving way to mostly sunny skies and a mild afternoon. Highs climb into the upper 60s, well above early February averages. Calm winds allow temperatures to rebound quickly once clouds thin.
Travel improves by midmorning, though damp pavement may linger along I-5, Highway 50, and surface streets near the American River. Drivers should watch for brief glare where low sun reflects off wet roads. Tonight turns mostly cloudy, with lows dipping near 49 degrees.
Monday stays mild but quieter. Clouds increase, holding highs near 62 degrees. Winds pick up slightly during the afternoon, signaling the next shift already forming offshore. By Tuesday afternoon, rain chances rise sharply as a Pacific system pushes inland.
Showers become likely Tuesday evening into Tuesday night, with a 60 to 70 percent chance of rain across the Sacramento Valley. Roads may turn slick during the evening commute, and brief heavier downpours could reduce visibility. Rain lingers into Wednesday morning before tapering later in the day.
While California trends unsettled, the eastern U.S. remains locked in Arctic cold. That sharp contrast keeps the storm track active across the West, though Sacramento avoids winter extremes like snow or ice.
Looking ahead, temperatures stay near seasonal levels midweek before a gradual warming trend develops late week into next weekend. Signs point to more dry breaks ahead after midweek rain. Heading out early this morning? Let us know where mist or fog is still lingering.
Five-Day Outlook for Sacramento, California
- Today: Morning mist, mostly sunny, high near 67°F
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, mild, high near 62°F
- Tuesday: Showers likely late, high near 55°F
- Wednesday: Chance of rain early, partial clearing, high near 56°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, cooler morning, high near 59°F
