SACRAMENTO, Calif. – After a wet Columbus Day, a refreshing change is on the way as fall sunshine returns to Northern California by midweek. Rain showers and a few thunderstorms will move east of Sacramento by Tuesday night, bringing a crisp, cooler feel for leaf peepers and pumpkin patch visitors through the second half of the week.
According to the National Weather Service in Sacramento, Monday’s showers will linger into Tuesday, with scattered thunderstorms possible along I-5 and Highway 50, where slick pavement and reduced visibility could slow travel. Drivers should allow extra time and avoid hydroplaning by slowing down in heavy rain. New rainfall totals between a half and three-quarters of an inch are expected before drier air sweeps in Wednesday morning.
By Wednesday, skies will clear across Sacramento County and neighboring Yolo and Placer Counties, setting up several days of bright, fall sunshine. Temperatures will rebound into the upper 60s by Thursday and climb toward the lower 70s by the weekend—ideal for outdoor decorating, fall markets, and early Halloween events. Winds will remain light and humidity will drop, offering a welcome break from the damp start to the week.
Residents should use the early-week rain to water lawns and gardens naturally, then prepare for cooler nights ahead. Keep coats handy for the morning chill and clear gutters before the next system arrives later this month.
Five-Day Forecast for Sacramento, CA:
Mon: 62/51 – Showers, isolated thunder; gusts near 25 mph along I-5.
Tue: 69/52 – Showers tapering; breezy, clearing late.
Wed: 64/49 – Mostly sunny, cooler; great for outdoor plans.
Thu: 69/51 – Sunny and mild; light breeze.
Fri: 71/52 – Bright and calm; ideal fall weekend start.
