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Sacramento, CA – Drivers heading out of the Sacramento area toward the Sierra should prepare for winter travel impacts as snow moves into higher elevations beginning Monday night and continuing through Wednesday afternoon.

According to the National Weather Service Sacramento office, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for elevations above 5,000 feet from Monday evening through Wednesday, with accumulating snow expected to affect mountain roadways and travel times.

Forecasters say 4 to 10 inches of snow is possible above 5,000 feet, with up to 18 inches at elevations above 6,000 feet, especially over mountain peaks. Snowfall may be locally heavier at times, particularly overnight and during early morning hours.

The advisory warns of snow-covered and slippery roads, reduced visibility during periods of heavier snowfall, and potential chain controls on Sierra routes frequently used by Sacramento-area travelers. While valley locations are not expected to see snow, impacts will be felt by commuters, delivery drivers, and travelers heading east of the city.

Roadways that commonly see impacts during similar weather events include Interstate 80, U.S. Highway 50, and State Routes 88 and 89, though exact restrictions will depend on conditions as the storm develops.

Officials urge motorists to check road conditions before traveling, carry chains if required, and allow extra time to reach destinations. Those planning recreational travel to the mountains are encouraged to monitor forecasts closely and be prepared for rapidly changing conditions.

The National Weather Service notes that conditions may fluctuate throughout the advisory period, and additional updates could be issued as the system moves through Northern California.

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Northern California is expecting a storm in the coming days, with Sacramento forecast to see about a quarter-inch of rain early in the week.

The storm arrives as Northern California shifts out of a prolonged high-pressure pattern that brought dry, warmer weather and valley fog through much of January.

That shift to a low-pressure pattern is expected to open “the storm door,” allowing multiple storm systems to move through the region over the next week or two, said Katrina Hand, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service’s Sacramento office.

Precipitation is expected to start Monday night with the heaviest precipitation Tuesday before tapering off by Wednesday. Dry weather is in the forecast Thursday, followed by another possible storm starting Friday and lasting through the weekend.

“The (precipitation) numbers aren’t quite as high as some storms that we had earlier in the winter, but still could produce slick road conditions and minor travel delays,” Hand said, encouraging residents to give themselves extra time for morning and evening commutes on Tuesday and Wednesday.

“We haven’t gotten precipitation in a while for the Sacramento area. (We are) encouraging people to pay attention to the forecast and road conditions if they have any mountain travel plans, just to be aware of this pattern change and the stormy weather over the coming days.”

Heads up! A pattern change beginning Sunday will bring showers and mountain snow to NorCal through mid-week. Majority of precipitation is expected Tuesday-early Wednesday. Plan ahead for slick roads and mountain travel delays and view the forecast at https://t.co/7FMe5tvLcs #CAwx pic.twitter.com/0kvoVPOq4d

— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) February 7, 2026

For the Sierra Nevada mountain, snow is expected from Monday evening through Wednesday, with the heaviest precipitation between Tuesday and Wednesday, with forecasts calling for about 10 to 18 inches above 6,000 feet and roughly 4 to 10 inches around 5,000 feet.

The weather service issued a winter weather advisory from 10 p.m. Monday through 4 p.m. Wednesday for the mountains.

The second storm, which is forecast to begin Friday and last through the weekend for Northern California, may be wetter and colder than the first, Hand said, bringing more precipitation and lower snow levels.

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SACRAMENTO COUNTY, Calif. — Dense fog blanketed parts of the Sacramento region Saturday night, creating dangerous driving conditions and prompting warnings from the California Highway Patrol.

CHP said visibility was dropping fast, which is often when crashes happen. Officers pointed to a deadly 17-car pileup in Fresno that happened last week, as a warning of how quickly fog-related conditions can turn dangerous.

Drivers across the area said the fog made it difficult to see far enough ahead to safely stay on the road. Some of the thickest fog settled over the Pocket and Greenhaven neighborhoods, affecting people who were heading to work or traveling for weekend plans.

“Honestly, I've never seen it like this before, so I, I think it's pretty bad,” said Fatima Serrato, a grocery store employee at the Nugget on Florin Road.

Serrato said she and her coworkers were surprised that the fog lingered throughout the day. She described seeing cars suddenly stop in front of her, forcing her to brake harder than usual.

Paul, a shopper at the Nugget who lives in the Pocket and Greenhaven area, said he encountered fog throughout the day after driving to Davis around 7:30 a.m. He said visibility varied depending on where he was driving.

“The fog right now is, is pretty bad. I mean, it goes from like almost zero visibility,” he said, adding that surface streets were especially difficult because drivers could barely see the car in front of them.

After driving to Folsom, Paul said the fog continued before he eventually returned home. He said the biggest challenge was judging how much to slow down when visibility dropped.

For some people, the conditions were enough to change their plans entirely. Amy Kelly said she and her wife canceled plans after attempting to drive from Elk Grove to the Hard Rock Cafe in Wheatland.

“We started driving, and we could barely get out of the neighborhood. It was so foggy,” Kelly said, explaining they decided it was safer to turn back.

The California Highway Patrol in South Sacramento said the safest option is to stay home unless travel is necessary. If drivers do need to be on the road, officers advise slowing down, turning on headlights, increasing following distance and staying in one lane when possible.

CHP also warned drivers not to use high beams, which can reflect off the fog and reduce visibility even more.

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Sacramento, California – Morning fog is expected to repeat across Northern California this week, potentially slowing travel before warmer afternoons return.

According to the National Weather Service in Sacramento, a stable weather pattern will bring overnight and early-morning fog to the Sacramento Valley through at least Thursday, followed by dry and seasonably warm conditions by midday. The pattern is described as “rinse and repeat,” with limited day-to-day variation.

Forecast highs in the Sacramento Valley are expected to range from 64 to 71 degrees Tuesday, warming to 75 degrees by Wednesday, before easing slightly Thursday. Foothill communities can expect highs in the mid-60s to low 70s, while mountain areas remain cooler, with daytime temperatures generally between 48 and 62 degrees.

The primary impact is expected during the morning commute, particularly along major travel corridors including Interstate 5, U.S. Highway 50, and Interstate 80, where fog may locally reduce visibility during the early hours. Conditions are expected to improve by late morning as fog dissipates.

The National Weather Service has not issued a formal Dense Fog Advisory at this time, but drivers are urged to remain alert for rapidly changing visibility, especially near rivers, low-lying areas, and open farmland.

No precipitation is forecast during this period, and winds are expected to remain light, contributing to fog formation overnight. Air quality impacts were not highlighted in the outlook.

Students, young workers, and daily commuters traveling during early morning hours may want to allow extra time and use low-beam headlights when fog is present.

Residents are encouraged to check updated forecasts and any advisories at weather.gov/sto as conditions may change.

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