SACRAMENTO, Calif. – After a comfortable weekend, Sacramento is on track for a sharp heat-up this week, with temperatures surging into the triple digits by Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service, Sacramento will climb from the mid-80s Monday to the upper 80s Tuesday before hitting 95 degrees Wednesday. The peak arrives Thursday, when the valley is expected to reach 100°F, the first triple-digit reading in weeks.
Daytime heat will build under clear skies, while overnight lows remain in the upper 50s to mid-60s, offering little relief. The combination of hot afternoons and dry conditions will elevate fire danger across the Sacramento Valley and foothills. PG&E and local fire agencies urge residents to avoid outdoor burning, hydrate often, and limit strenuous activity during peak heat hours, typically between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m…