Sacramento, CA – Sacramento residents should prepare for a surge of summer heat, with highs set to reach 96°F by Wednesday and the warmth lingering into late week. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will climb from near 90°F today to the mid-90s by midweek, marking one of the hottest stretches of the season for the capital region. Light south-southwest winds will offer little relief as clear skies and strong sun drive up afternoon temperatures.
Communities across the Sacramento metro—including Elk Grove, Roseville, and Carmichael—can expect daily highs in the mid- to upper-90s from Tuesday through Friday. Nights offer limited cooling, with lows only dropping to the low 60s, keeping homes and roadways warm overnight. Residents are urged to avoid strenuous activity during peak afternoon hours, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors or pets. Area schools and outdoor workers should plan for extra shade and frequent breaks.
Heat advisories may be issued if the pattern intensifies, and updates will follow as conditions change. This persistent hot spell could impact energy demand and outdoor plans through the end of the week.
Five Day Forecast for Sacramento, CA:
- Monday: Sunny, high near 90°F, light winds.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 93°F, lows around 62°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly clear, high 96°F, low near 64°F.
- Thursday: Sunny and hot, high 96°F, low near 64°F.
- Friday: Sunny and hot, high 97°F, low near 64°F.
