More rain and thunder are coming, Sacramento. Here’s when — and how long storms will last

The gloomy conditions that loom over Sacramento are here to stay — at least through the weekend.

Similar to last week’s forecast, the region is expected to endure periods of showers and isolated thunderstorms, according to meteorologist Katrina Hand with the National Weather Service.

“It’s really not all that significant compared to some of the previous storms, but it can be noticeable compared to how warm it was,” Hand told The Sacramento Bee on Wednesday afternoon via phone.

There’s a slight chance of thunderstorms Wednesday in the northern Sacramento Valley, Hand said. Small hail, lightning, episodes of heavy rain and gusty winds are all possible.

“If you’re right under the thunderstorm you can expect some brief heavy rain,” she added.

There’s a 15% to 20% chance of thunderstorm activity on Thursday and Saturday in the Sacramento area, Hand said.

The weather service urges motorists to be mindful of slick roads.

First storm to hit Sacramento

Hand said the first storm, forecast to pass over the region between Wednesday and Thursday, will produce little rain.

A 10th to a quarter of an inch of rainfall is possible, she added.

Storm No.2 to hit Sacramento

The second storm will be wetter.

According to the weather service, the second system will last Friday through Saturday, dropping roughly half an inch of rainfall onto the region.

On Saturday night, conditions will begin to taper off.

Will it rain on Easter in Sacramento?

Meteorologists are confident that Sunday will be dry.

“Maybe a lingering stray shower or two on Sunday morning,” Hand said.

As of Wednesday afternoon, mostly sunny skies are forecast for Easter Sunday with a low of 45 degrees and a high near 63, according to the weather service.

Hand said the dry weather pattern should continue into early next week.

This story was originally published March 27, 2024 at 1:34 PM.