Sacramento weather today is mostly cloudy with a high near 67°F and breezy south-southwest winds gusting up to 20 mph—a pleasant spring day perfect for getting outside, though you’ll want to secure any loose items in your yard or patio.
The National Weather Service says an upper-level trough is moving through Northern California this weekend, bringing a slight chance of showers to the Sierra and foothills, but here in the Valley, we’ll stay mostly dry. Saturday afternoon temperatures will actually fall from the mid-60s to around 65°F as clouds thicken, so layer up if you’re heading to Discovery Park or along the American River Parkway.
If you’re planning to catch the Treaty Oak Revival concert at Golden 1 Center tonight, you’re in luck—conditions will be mild and mostly cloudy. Grab a Treaty Oak Revival t-shirt or Treaty Oak Revival hoodie to stay comfortable during the show, and consider picking up a Treaty Oak Revival hat for sun protection if you arrive early.
Sunday looks slightly better with partly sunny skies and a high near 66°F, though south winds will continue gusting to 18 mph. The weekend’s breezy conditions are great for outdoor grilling—a perfect time to fire up the tri-tip on your pellet grill. If you’re fishing the Sacramento or American Rivers, bring a light jacket and consider mosquito repellent spray for early morning sessions.
Allergy sufferers should note that spring pollen is ramping up with the warming trend. Stock up on Claritin non-drowsy allergy relief to keep symptoms in check while you’re out enjoying the Valley’s parks and trails.
For outdoor entertaining, a patio umbrella 10ft will shield you from both sun and the occasional gust this weekend. If you’re planning a backyard gathering, citronella candle sets and a Stanley quencher tumbler full of cold water are weekend essentials.
Looking ahead, Monday brings lingering showers to the mountains and foothills, with cooler temps settling in mid-week. By Tuesday and Wednesday, the Sierra south of Interstate 80 will see light showers, but the Valley should stay mostly dry.
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