The National Weather Service in Sacramento is forecasting light showers, breezy winds, and a slight chance of isolated thunderstorms today, mainly in Shasta County. There is a 50 to 80 percent chance that northern parts of the Sacramento Valley, mountainous areas of Shasta County, and areas north of Interstate 80 in the Sierra and southern Cascades will receive more than a tenth of an inch of rain, according to the National Weather Service.
Shasta County and nearby areas have a 10–20% chance of isolated thunderstorms in the early evening. Snow levels will range from 6,500 to 7,500 feet, with up to one inch of snow possible on higher peaks. "Breezy southerly winds gusting 15-25 mph at times in the Valley and foothills, and 25 to 35 mph over the Sierra Crest," as stated by the National Weather Service. The rest of the week is expected to be dry and warm, with high temperatures possibly rising above 80°F from Wednesday through Friday. The highest temperatures are expected on Thursday.
A cooler and less stable weather pattern is expected into the weekend, with brisk winds and temperatures returning to seasonal normals. A 15 percent chance of light precipitation remains over the northern mountains. "Precipitation chances have trended down for the weekend." "General VFR conditions expected next 24 hours at TAF sites." Light showers are possible this evening and overnight, with a slight chance of an isolated thunderstorm in the northern and central Sacramento Valley. Valley winds around 12 knots, with gusts up to 25 knots, as reported by the National Weather Service.
