Hanford, CA — California drivers and residents in Hanford should prepare for a warm and breezy start to the week, as spring weather settles in with rising temperatures and gusty winds, especially near major roadways like Highway 198.
According to the National Weather Service, Hanford will begin the week under mostly sunny skies with highs climbing from 74°F on Sunday to 87°F by Tuesday. Overnight lows will hover in the low 50s. Monday and Tuesday are expected to bring calm to light winds, but starting Wednesday night, gusts up to 15-20 mph are likely, especially near open stretches of Highway 198.
The spring-like weather will persist through Saturday, with highs in the low to mid-80s and mostly clear skies. Winds will pick up midweek and continue into Friday, with gusts peaking around 20 mph during the afternoon hours. These breezy conditions could affect high-profile vehicles on area roads and may pose fire weather concerns in dry zones.
Residents are advised to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak afternoon heat, and monitor local fire safety alerts. Although skies remain clear, the combination of dry air and wind could elevate risk.
Drivers should also remain cautious on north-south routes, especially during gusty periods in the evenings.
Extended forecast models suggest no rain is expected this week, reinforcing a dry, sunny trend typical of California’s early spring.
