SACRAMENTO, Calif — Sunday's afternoon highs will be pushing more than 20 degrees higher than the average low 80s for this time of year. The opportunity for this dangerous heat remains in the forecast through Tuesday.
An Excessive Heat Warning takes effect in Sacramento from Monday at noon through Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. for the valley and surrounding lower foothills from the Oregon-California border through Bakersfield and near the Grapevine.
A Heat Advisory will be in effect for the coastal range and the Bay Area. Temperatures there will be warm and higher than normal for that area by about 10-15 degrees.
Record temperatures will be possible starting Sunday. Temperatures for cities from Redding to about Elk Grove could tie or break records. Redding is forecasted to reach 104°, while the record is 105°. Sacramento is forecasted to reach 101° Sunday and could beat the record of 100° set in 2001 at the Sacramento Executive Airport. The warmer downtown record to beat is 103° degrees.
Typically, Sacramento and San Joaquin valley locations reach 100 degrees around mid-June.
- Sacramento - June 18
- Redding AP - June 4
- Stockton - June 9
- Modesto - June 11
The Memorial Day forecast is also looking to break or tie records. A high of 106°F is expected in Sacramento.
The hot temperatures on a holiday weekend are a good reminder to stay safe as we move into the summer months. Watching for signs of heatstroke in yourself and others could save a life. Nausea and dizziness is one of the first signs. If accompanied by no sweat a severe headache and mental confusion, get the person medical attention quickly.
Also, it’s important to keep track of caffeine and alcohol intake, as these drinks can cause dehydration quickly. Of course, keep plenty of water handy.
Extended Forecast: The heat does not stop after the Excessive Heat Warning ends Tuesday night. Temperatures for the rest of the week are expected to remain well-above average in the mid-90s.
