California – Warm sunshine is already spilling across Sacramento this morning as the first hints of spring warmth settle into Northern California. The sky is clear and the air feels noticeably milder than earlier this week.
Temperatures started the morning near 54°F across the Sacramento Valley under clear skies. Light north winds are keeping the air crisp, but the strong March sun will quickly warm the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Sacramento, temperatures will climb rapidly today with afternoon highs reaching around 80°F across Sacramento, Elk Grove, and Roseville. Light winds around 10 to 15 mph will keep conditions comfortable through the afternoon.
Drivers along Interstate 5, Highway 50, and Interstate 80 should find excellent travel conditions today with dry roads and strong visibility.
Clear skies continue tonight with temperatures settling near 48°F.
Sunday continues the warm pattern across Northern California. Sunshine dominates the day with highs near 78°F in Sacramento and surrounding communities including Folsom and Davis.
Residents should also remember the Daylight Saving Time change early Sunday morning at 2 a.m., when clocks move forward one hour. Evenings will now stay brighter, giving the region its first real stretch of longer spring daylight.
The warm trend continues into the new workweek.
Monday remains sunny with highs near 76°F, keeping the Sacramento Valley well above average for early March.
By Tuesday, clouds increase slightly with highs near 73°F, though the mild spring pattern remains firmly in place.
Long-range outlooks suggest Northern California could see continued above-average temperatures through much of the upcoming week, reinforcing an early taste of spring across the Central Valley.
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts.
How warm does it feel where you are this morning around Sacramento?
Five Day Forecast – Sacramento, California
Saturday: Sunny, high near 79°F.
Sunday: Sunny, high near 78°F, low near 49°F.
Monday: Sunny, high near 76°F, low near 49°F.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 73°F, low near 47°F.
Wednesday: Sunny, high near 76°F.
