As of 5:30 a.m. PDT Saturday, May 9, Sacramento International Airport (KSAC) was sitting at a cool and muggy 55°F under clear skies with light winds. That early morning calm will not last long. Skies are expected to stay clear and temperatures will climb quickly through the day, with highs near 90°F in the city and a few degrees hotter in inland neighborhoods.
Today And This Weekend
Sun is the main story through the weekend. Saturday is expected to top out near 90°F, with Sunday close behind around 89°F and light southwest breezes both days. Overnight lows should dip into the mid 50s, which will offer some nightly relief before temperatures ramp up again. According to the National Weather Service Sacramento, the warming trend continues into early next week.
Monday Through Tuesday Heat Risk
The hottest stretch is expected Monday, May 11, and Tuesday, May 12. Sacramento proper is likely to see mid 90s, and some inland valley spots…..