Sacramento woke to clear skies and temperatures near 59 degrees on Wednesday, September 30, but the mild start is the opening act for a much hotter stretch. The city is expected to reach 91 degrees Wednesday, with sunny and dry conditions continuing through at least Tuesday, October 6. The weekend will bring the peak heat, with temperatures approaching 100 degrees.
Heat Builds Through Saturday
Thursday’s high is forecast near 92 degrees, followed by 94 on Friday and 97 on Saturday. Sunday should remain hot at about 95 degrees before highs ease slightly to 94 Monday and Tuesday.
Overnight temperatures will offer limited relief, with lows near 59 degrees through Thursday morning and in the low 60s from Friday night onward. The National Weather Service Sacramento office says moderate heat risk is expected across the Valley, Delta and foothills from Thursday through Monday.
Dry Weather Raises Fire Concerns
Rain is not in the forecast, and Sacramento’s point forecast calls for light winds of roughly 2 to 3 mph most afternoons. Even so, the broader Sacramento Valley and nearby mountains face elevated fire-weather conditions through Thursday morning because of low humidity and periods of stronger north-to-east winds, particularly in higher terrain.
Plan Ahead For The Weekend Heat
People spending extended time outdoors should drink plenty of water, wear breathable clothing and take regular breaks in shade or air conditioning. Sacramento’s emergency management guidance directs residents to monitor HeatRisk forecasts and review hot-weather precautions. No watches, warnings or advisories are currently listed for the Sacramento forecast point.
