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Sacramento Scorches as Early Summer Heatwave Sends Locals to the Water

By Sacramento Daily Press Staff

Sacramento — This weekend’s heatwave slammed into the region like a brick wall, with temperatures climbing to a brutal 104°F on Friday, making it the hottest day in nearly a year. Locals weren’t shy about how they were handling it—either heading to lakes, rivers, or staying locked inside with the AC blasting.

According to ABC10’s weather team, Friday’s high beat out every day since last July, with Saturday close behind at 102°F. It’s a full-on Weather Impact Alert, more typical of a July scorcher than a May afternoon. The last time Sacramento saw this kind of heat in May was back in 2021.

Between 2–7 p.m., the temperature turned damn near dangerous, and experts are urging folks to keep cool, stay hydrated, and avoid overdoing it. Health officials say this kind of heat ain’t just uncomfortable—it’s downright dangerous, especially if you’re outdoors too long without water or shade. Heat stroke and heat exhaustion are real risks.

Locals on social media weighed in, mentioning day trips to Land Park, floating down the Golfland Lazy River, or canceling outdoor plans altogether. One woman joked that in Redding, 100 degrees is “sweater weather,” but Sac residents weren’t laughing—many said they were skipping errands just to find a body of water or bunker down indoors.

“If you’re out there,” one resident posted, “you better be floatin’, grillin’, or chillin’—but definitely not standin’ on asphalt.” Another said sunscreen and hydration were the keys to survival, while others recommended wide-brimmed hats and cold drinks over any kind of productivity.

The CDC advises folks to drink water every 20 minutes and take shade or A/C breaks every 35. Also, skip the energy drinks and cut back on alcohol—both can dehydrate you faster than you think.

Bottom line: this heatwave is no joke. Whether you’re working outside, hanging with friends, or just stepping out for groceries, watch your body and don’t be a hero. Sacramento’s summer showed up early—and loud.

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