As the week begins in the Sacramento area, a modest weather system is poised to bring some precipitation to parts of Northern California. According to a report from the National Weather Service in Sacramento, light rain is expected to reach the region late this afternoon and continue into tomorrow, primarily affecting the foothills and mountains north of Interstate 80. The forecast, released earlier today, also indicates that this system will be followed by dry conditions and a warming trend in the days ahead.
For those looking forward to more spring-like temperatures, there’s good news. The chances of Valley highs surpassing a pleasant 75 degrees range from 70% to 100% today. However, outdoor enthusiasts may want to take note of a slight chance of thunderstorms, estimated at 10% to 20%, in the northern Sacramento Valley and adjacent foothills on Monday afternoon and evening. Meanwhile, snow lovers will find little to cheer about, as “Snow levels will be high (above 7000 feet), with just a dusting to an inch of snow over the highest peaks,” the NWS notes.
As the week progresses, the forecast brightens with milder and warmer conditions expected from Tuesday into the latter part of the week. However, another weak system on the horizon could bring light rain next weekend, although confidence in this part of the forecast remains low. These potential showers reflect a decrease in previously expected precipitation amounts for today through tomorrow—something residents may greet with mixed feelings…