Hanford drivers could see changing skies and cooler air by early Monday as fall weather begins pressing into the San Joaquin Valley. While the weekend stays bright, Monday brings more clouds, lighter winds, and the first hint of October’s seasonal shift. Travelers on Highway 198 should plan for reduced visibility during morning commutes as conditions become hazier than the weekend’s crystal-clear skies.
According to the National Weather Service in Hanford, sunshine dominates Saturday and Sunday, with highs near 89°F Saturday and 83°F Sunday. By Monday, partly sunny skies and a cooler 79°F high will mark the transition. Winds from the west will pick up near 5 mph, adding a slight chill compared to recent afternoons.
Residents across Kings County, including Lemoore and Riverdale, should prepare for fluctuating skies Monday and into Tuesday morning. While no hazardous weather alerts are in effect, farmers and outdoor workers should note the reduced sunlight for crop drying and field work. Cooler nights, dipping to the lower 60s by Monday, could also mean a more noticeable drop in evening comfort without jackets.
Looking ahead, early October arrives with mild afternoons and refreshing mornings. Tuesday holds similar highs near 79°F with mostly sunny skies, before warming slightly into the low 80s by Wednesday. Consistent breezes will help limit haze, keeping conditions favorable for outdoor activity through midweek.
The shift to cooler, cloudier conditions marks the first signal that summer’s grip is loosening in California’s Central Valley. Residents can expect another update from forecasters if conditions trend wetter heading deeper into October.
Five-Day Forecast for Hanford, CA
- Saturday: Sunny, high 89°F, light winds
- Sunday: Sunny, high 83°F, west winds 5 mph
- Monday: Partly sunny, high 79°F, low 62°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 79°F, low 58°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 80°F, light northwest breeze
