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Sacramento Braces for New Year's Rain as NWS Predicts Wet Conditions Amid Mild Temperatures

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Published on December 28, 2025
Sacramento Braces for New Year's Rain as NWS Predicts Wet Conditions Amid Mild TemperaturesSource: Google Street View

The National Weather Service in Sacramento reports variable conditions as the region heads into the new year. Patchy fog today gave way to mostly sunny skies, with highs near 49 degrees. Calm weather is expected to change, with rain chances increasing around New Year’s.

Sacramento will see a partly cloudy evening with lows near 38 degrees. Light winds and partly sunny skies are expected Monday, but conditions will shift midweek. According to the National Weather Service, rain chances increase by Wednesday night, particularly after 10 p.m., with cloudy skies and lows around 44 degrees.

Cloud cover and rain chances increase later in the week. Tuesday is expected to be mostly sunny with highs near 50 degrees before clouds return. Rain is likely around New Year’s Day and may continue into the first days of 2025, potentially affecting outdoor plans.

The National Weather Service expects rain Thursday night, with cloudy skies and lows around 47 degrees. Rain is also likely on Friday, with highs near 54 degrees, bringing a mild but wet start to the new year.

The National Weather Service reports continued wet conditions into the weekend. Saturday is expected to be mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and highs near 51 degrees.