Sacramento, Calif. – Drivers across Sacramento could face more than just hot pavement this week, as soaring August temperatures and a midweek rain chance collide. Highs near 96°F on Monday will bake roadways like Interstate 5 and I-80, raising concerns for overheated vehicles and longer commute times. Residents should limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours to avoid heat exhaustion.
According to the National Weather Service, Sacramento will stay hot through midweek, with temperatures hovering in the 90s and a 20 percent chance of showers Tuesday afternoon. Light southwest winds could provide some relief, but humidity will climb as clouds build, keeping the air muggy.
Monday brings another sweltering day, with highs near 96°F under full sun. Air conditioners will run hard, so SMUD customers should prepare for high demand on the power grid. Tuesday offers a slight break in the form of clouds and a slim shot at showers, though most areas will remain dry. By Wednesday, skies clear again with highs in the lower 90s, easing only slightly into Thursday.
Travelers should plan for extra time on major routes, particularly I-5, where overheated engines and stalled vehicles could create delays. Hydrate often, check coolant levels, and avoid long outdoor work in the late afternoon hours.
The heat dome moderates slightly heading into next weekend, but conditions remain warm and dry overall. Additional advisories could be issued if humidity and storm chances increase.
Five Day Forecast for Sacramento, CA
- Monday: Sunny and hot, high near 96°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of showers, high near 93°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 92°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 90°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 89°F.
