Friday morning, June 26, is starting clear and mild in Sacramento, with temperatures around 57°F at Sacramento Executive Airport and a sunny afternoon on tap with a high near 83°F. South winds are expected to crank up through the day, turning it breezy across the Delta and along river corridors. If your patio furniture or yard gear likes to wander, this afternoon would be a good time to secure it before the peak gusts arrive.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
South winds are forecast to increase to 7–14 mph this afternoon with gusts up to 24 mph, especially near the Delta and river channels. That breeze could make the air feel a bit warmer than the thermometer reads. There is also a slight chance of light showers or isolated mountain thunderstorms from Friday into Saturday, mainly along the Sierra crest and the far northern ranges, according to NWS Sacramento.
Sunday North Winds Raise Fire Concerns
A trough will shift winds to the north Sunday into Monday, with the strongest north winds expected Sunday morning. Lingering gusts combined with afternoon humidities in the teens to low 20s will briefly elevate fire-weather concerns for parts of the northern Sacramento Valley. By Monday, winds should be significantly weaker and fire risk lower, but outdoor burning and power-tool use are still best avoided during the windiest period. Keep an eye on updates from NWS Sacramento for any changes.
What This Means For Your Weekend
Overall, sunny afternoons and breezy conditions through Saturday mean most weekend plans are a go, though you should be ready for gusty stretches on the water and near exposed bridges. No watches or warnings are in effect at the moment. For more background on the pattern that set this up, check out our Sacramento sizzles, then exhales coverage. If you plan to burn, grill, or run equipment outdoors, keep tabs on the forecast during the windier windows.
