US National Weather Service Sacramento California

Warm and dry conditions continue this week, with temperatures in the 80s and 90s. Breezy conditions at times Wednesday through Sunday for the Valley.

Area waterways are still running cold. If you choose to enter the water to seek relief from the heat, be sure to follow these safety tips!
-Wear a life jacket
-Avoid alcohol
-Keep a close eye on kids

For latest water temperature observations: https://www.cnrfc.noaa.gov/?product=zerohourWT&zoom=8&lat=38.868&lng=-121.189&COUNTIES=true

Dry and warm conditions are expected through this week, with breezy conditions at times. Moderate HeatRisk for the Valley Monday through Thursday.

An isolated chance (10%) of thunderstorms exists along the Sierra crest and southern Cascades, best chance mainly north of I-80. Remember, when thunder roars, head indoors!

Cooler temperatures today, with isolated thunderstorm chances in the Sierra (north of I-80) and southern Cascades. Return to warm and dry conditions Sunday through next week.

We want to hear from you! The National Weather Service is planning to modernize its Cooperative Observer Program (COOP) network by harnessing new technology, optimizing observation sites and leveraging high-quality commercial data. Weigh in on our recently-published Request for Comment! Link here: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/07/2026-09099/request-for-comments-on-the-national-weather-service-cooperative-observing-program-coop

While above normal temperatures are generally not expected until early next week, it's never too early to prepare for warmer weather! Keep these safety tips in mind to stay weather prepared! ☀️

Curious about how much rain AND lightning strikes the area received over the last 3 days? Here's a look at rain totals and lightning strikes, along with the link to a more detailed version of the rain map!

https://www.weather.gov/sto/MapPNS