Oh the weather outside is frightful – or is it? During the Christmas season, Sacramento temperatures tend to be pretty agreeable compared to other parts of the nation. The same goes for Easter and summer break, as we tend to be a fairly temperate climate here in Northern California. If you’re planning a visit to Sacramento, or are a local looking for the best month to hold that special wedding or family reunion – you’re in luck.

Every month is a reasonable month when it comes to weather.

Right on the border of Northern and Central California, Sacramento is rather wishy washy when it comes to the whole concept of having four distinct seasons. It rarely snows, and summers are quite warm. This is a popular place to live in California due to the close proximity to the seasons we miss. Lake Tahoe, with its countless ski resorts and almost guaranteed white Christmas each year, is less than two hours away. In the other direction, San Francisco with its gorgeous foggy mornings, is an even shorter drive. Here in the actual city of Sacramento, rain and high winds bring some wintery action, while our summers are consistent pool party weather.

Here are some common holidays with a historical average of the temperature here in Sacramento. While no weather prediction is perfect, you can expect the climate to be within this range during the specific time of year. Still nervous about what the skies have planned? KCRA, our local NBC affiliate, has up to the date online weather including storm alerts.

Christmas Day

Average High: 54

Average Low: 38

Precipitation: 2.45 inches

December is Sacramento’s coldest month, with the overnight temperature sometimes dipping down to 37 degrees or lower.

New Year’s Day

Average High: 54

Average Low: 39

Precipitation: 3.84 inches

January is Sacramento’s wettest month, so be sure to bring an umbrella out with you if you’ll be visiting Old Sacramento or the State Capitol during the first month of the year.

Valentine’s Day

Average High: 60

Average Low: 42

Precipitation: 3.54 inches

February still brings plenty of opportunities to cuddle with your sweetheart with a high around 60 degrees. Rain is still prolific in the region, catching up after a rather dry autumn and Christmas season before heading into spring.

St. Patrick’s Day

Average High: 65

Average Low: 44

Precipitation: 2.80 inches

When you’re hitting the pubs for St. Patrick’s Day, you may just have the luck of the Irish with a temperate evening. While it’s still chilly outside, spring has usually broken through in Sacramento in time for this lively holiday.

Easter Sunday

Average High: 71

Average Low: 46

Precipitation: 1.02 inches

On the years Easter falls in April, you’re assured breezy warm days perfect for brunch or church with the family. Plenty of Sacramento egg hunts are afoot all over town, and children can be seen running comfortably in springtime dresses and short sleeved shirts.

Memorial Day

Average High: 80

Average Low: 60

Precipitation: 0.53 inches

Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time to hit the river or a farmers market. The month of May also brings plenty of sunshine for Sacramento State’s graduation and the last day for many high schools.

Great Outdoors Month

Average High: 87

Average Low: 55

Precipitation: 0.20 inches

Okay, it’s not exactly a holiday, but June in Sacramento should not be overlooked. With gorgeous warm weather and virtually no chance of rain, this month is Great Outdoors Month (according to an annual presidential proclamation). Go outside and enjoy the Sacramento region’s outdoor shopping districts or take a day trip to Yosemite National Park or Lake Tahoe. Closer to home, Folsom Lake is a popular choice.

Fourth of July

Average High: 87

Average Low: 58

Precipitation: 0.05

Sacramento Fourth of July is usually just plain hot, but rarely unbearable. As the driest month of the year, rain rarely gets in the way of celebrating Independence Day. By the evening things have cooled down enough for fireworks displays – either at designated city celebrations or at home – large portions of Sacramento permit the sale of fireworks. Be sure to purchase some to support many local non-profits.

Back to School

Average High: 87

Average Low: 56

Precipitation: 0.36

For those lucky enough to start school in September (most Sacramento schools open in August), the weather will still be warm enough to play outside after the dismissal bell rings.

Halloween

Average High: 78

Average Low: 51

Precipitation: 0.89

Evenings get chilly in October, but Sacramento Halloween festivities usually go off without a hitch. From harvest festivals to trick-or-treating, Sacramento is a great city to be in during this spooky season.

Thanksgiving

Average High: 64

Average Low: 43

Precipitation: 2.19 inches

By the time the turkey is cooking, the weather has cooled off significantly, though some years still allow for outdoor events. From Thanksgiving Day parades to an evening with hot chocolate and pumpkin pie, Sacramento is a wonderful destination for the holiday season.