California starts this Saturday with calm, cool air across Sacramento as early holiday travelers hit the roads. Pavement remains damp from patches of fog and low clouds, and the air feels crisp enough to hint at the coming winter shift. With Thanksgiving one week away, travelers should prepare for timing changes as a Friday rain chance builds.
According to the National Weather Service, light showers may return to the Sacramento area during the day on Friday. The system looks weak, but it could still slow early travel plans, especially for drivers heading toward I-80 or moving between Sacramento County and the Sierra foothills. Rain amounts look light, yet even brief waves could create slick spots and lower visibility. Residents should plan for flexible drive times and make sure wipers and headlights are ready.
For now, today stays mostly sunny with cooler air holding steady through the afternoon. Highs reach the upper 50s, while breezes stay light. Clouds increase tonight as moisture lifts into the valley, but any meaningful shower risk holds until Friday.
Friday brings the best chance for steady showers. Models hint at a quick fade in the afternoon, but timing remains uncertain. To be fair, it’s no winter storm, yet the passing system acts like a “November Weather Tease,” a reminder that California can swing quickly this time of year. Travelers heading out early for Thanksgiving should pack layers and allow for slowdowns.
The weekend turns brighter. Saturday stays sunny and mild with highs near 59. Sunday brings another quiet day—good weather for errands, outdoor leaf cleanup, or prepping for long-distance Thanksgiving trips.
Five-Day Outlook
Today: Sunny, near 58
Sunday: Mostly clear, 61
Monday: Partly sunny, 60
Tuesday: Sunny, near 60
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, 60
