Sacramento residents can expect a mix of sun and storms in the coming week, with today's sunny skies giving way to a greater chance for showers and thunderstorms starting tonight, according to the National Weather Service. The outlook, updated at midnight, shows sunny weather with a high near 76 degrees for today, fading into a mild evening with a slight chance of showers after midnight and increasing clouds.
Temperatures will cool down for Columbus Day, with rain and possible thunderstorms after 5 p.m. Winds could reach up to 24 mph, and the high will be around 62°F. Showers will continue into the night, with lows near 51°F and gusts up to 18 mph. Expect about ¾ to 1 inch of rain, so it’s a good idea to keep an umbrella handy.
Tuesday will stay wet, with an 80% chance of rain and a high near 59°F. Southeast winds around 6–8 mph will make for an easy commute. Rain may continue into the evening but should taper off before 11 p.m.
Wednesday will bring a break from the rain with mostly sunny skies and a high of 64°F. The night will be clear and cool around 49°F. Fair weather will continue through the week, with sunshine and gradual warming — reaching 71°F on Friday and 73°F on Saturday.
