Sacramento, CA – Summer isn’t letting up in the Central Valley as rising temperatures will push near 100 degrees heading into the Labor Day weekend. Drivers, especially those along I-5 and Highway 99, should prepare for longer travel times, hot road conditions, and an increased risk of heat-related breakdowns by Saturday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, Sacramento will climb to 94 degrees on Thursday and Friday before spiking to 97 degrees Saturday. Overnight lows will only dip into the low 60s, offering little relief. The extended stretch of sunshine and heat could stress power grids, raise wildfire risks, and make outdoor activities more dangerous during peak afternoon hours.
Local officials urge residents to limit outdoor work to mornings and evenings, stay hydrated, and avoid leaving children or pets in vehicles. Cooling centers may open across Sacramento County if temperatures trend even higher through the weekend. Travelers should keep water in their cars and check tires before long trips, especially on heavily traveled holiday routes.
Hot and dry conditions will dominate through early next week. By Labor Day, temperatures should remain in the mid-90s with sunshine, though a slight cooldown is expected by Tuesday. While no official advisories are in effect yet, additional alerts are possible if wildfire risks increase.
Five Day Forecast for Sacramento, CA:
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 94, low around 60.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 94, low around 62.
- Saturday: Hot, high near 97, low around 64.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 97, low around 62.
- Labor Day Monday: Sunny, high near 94, low around 59.
