SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Sacramento will see a stretch of cooler, unsettled weather this week, with rain chances developing by late Monday night and persisting through Wednesday. Afternoon highs are expected to hover in the low 80s, well below the heat of recent weeks.
According to the National Weather Service, Sacramento has a 20% chance of showers late Monday evening, increasing to 30% by Tuesday afternoon. Skies will remain partly cloudy, and breezy southwest winds between 6 and 10 mph could make conditions feel cooler. Wednesday also carries a 30% shower chance, particularly after midday.
Travelers on Interstates 5 and 80 may face brief wet spots during commutes, though widespread heavy rain is not anticipated. Outdoor events and school activities in Sacramento County may see minor interruptions if showers linger into the afternoon hours.
Residents are advised to keep umbrellas handy and plan for intermittent damp conditions through midweek. While flooding is not expected, cooler temperatures and occasional breezes could impact evening plans.
Showers taper off by Thursday, with sunnier skies and warmer air expected to return by the weekend.
Five Day Forecast for Sacramento, CA
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 86.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 83. Showers possible late, low around 63.
- Tuesday: 30% chance of showers after 11 a.m., high near 82.
- Wednesday: 30% chance of showers, partly cloudy, high near 82.
- Thursday: Slight chance of showers before noon, then mostly sunny, high near 82.
