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Valley Heat Thursday, With Winds Friday and Sunday

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Published on September 24, 2026
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Valley temperatures are forecast to reach the low to mid 90s Thursday.

Winds Expected Friday and Sunday

Thursday is expected to be mostly dry, with increased onshore flow and west-to-south winds gusting 20 to 35 mph through the Valley. Thursday night temperatures are expected to fall to around 60 degrees.

Winds are expected Friday, with breezy southerly flow Sunday.

Dry Pattern Brings Fire Weather Concerns Nearby

Dry weather is expected to continue through next week, while temperatures are forecast to trend warmer Monday onward. The National Weather Service Sacramento office is also warning of periods of elevated fire weather conditions in portions of interior Northern California, including areas with low humidity and breezy or gusty winds.

For Sacramento, the practical takeaway is a hot Thursday, though outdoor plans should still account for dry vegetation and changing winds. No watches or warnings are currently posted for the city, according to the National Weather Service.