California
Northern California forecast | Cool Thursday, strengthening winds | October 17, 2024
Thursday will run cooler for Northern California ahead of stronger winds and an elevated fire risk on Friday. Meteorologist Tamara Berg said Thursday’s forecast high for downtown Sacramento is 74 degrees, a drop from 77 degrees recorded Wednesday. The average for this time of year is 79 degrees. Across the Valley, highs will peak in the low-to-mid 70s. The Sierra’s highs are likely to be in the upper 50s.