Water Temperature of the Sacramento River in Meridian, CA
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Measurement Time: Sunday, December 21, 2025, 9:15 AM PST
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Station Name: SACRAMENTO R BL WILKINS SLOUGH NR GRIMES CA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 52 feet / 16 meters
Nearest Address:
947 Wilson Bend Rd
Meridian, CA 95645
Colusa County
GPS Coordinates: 39.00989476, -121.82469
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Weather for Meridian, California
Current Weather

Humidity: 90%
Feels Like: 60.1°F
Wind: S 21.9 mph
Wind Gusts: 33 mph
Precipitation: 0.02 in
Cloud Cover: 100%
Visibility: 2 mi
UV Index: 0
Five Day Weather Forecast

Sun
H: 60°F
L: 56°F

Mon
H: 56°F
L: 54°F

Tue
H: 60°F
L: 54°F

Wed
H: 57°F
L: 53°F

Thu
H: 58°F
L: 51°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.85 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.15 μg/m3
Ozone: 46 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:05 AM
Sunset: 4:49 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 26 mins
Moon Transit: 1:36 PM
Moonset: 6:16 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:08 PM - 11:38 PM1:06 PM - 3:36 PM
Minor Periods
5:46 PM - 7:16 PM8:32 AM - 10:02 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Flood Watch issued December 20 at 1:03PM PST until December 26 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 1:03 PM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 4:00 PM
A series of warm atmospheric rivers will bring moderate to heavy rain to the Valley, foothills, and mountains the week of Christmas. The prolonged period of rain will bring the risk of flooding to the Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, northern Sierra Nevada and adjacent foothills, as well as the Coastal Range. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following areas, the Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, Delta region, Sierra Nevada and adjacent foothills, and Coastal Range. * WHEN...Through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff will result in rises along area rivers, creeks, streams. Small streams and creeks may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in low-lying, poor drainage, and urban areas. Mudslides and rockslides may occur in mountain and foothill areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Periods of moderate to heavy rain are forecast the week of Christmas. Debris flows are not expected over recent burn scars, but do anticipate enhanced runoff in/below scars. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Wind Advisory issued December 20 at 12:43PM PST until December 21 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 12:43 PM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Sacramento Valley, Northeast Foothills/Sacramento Valley, and Northern Sacramento Valley. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects and holiday decorations.
Wind Advisory issued December 21 at 5:04AM PST until December 21 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sun December 21, 2025, 5:04 AM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Central and Northern Sacramento Valley, Northeast Foothills/Sacramento Valley. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects and holiday decorations.
Wind Advisory issued December 21 at 12:56PM PST until December 21 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sun December 21, 2025, 12:56 PM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Sacramento Valley, Northeast Foothills/Sacramento Valley, and Northern Sacramento Valley. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects and holiday decorations.
Flood Watch issued December 21 at 12:50PM PST until December 26 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sun December 21, 2025, 12:50 PM
Expires: Mon December 22, 2025, 4:00 PM
A series of warm atmospheric rivers will bring moderate to heavy rain to the Valley, foothills, and mountains the week of Christmas. The prolonged period of rain will bring the risk of flooding to the Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, northern Sierra Nevada and adjacent foothills, as well as the Coastal Range. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following areas, the Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, Delta region, Sierra Nevada and adjacent foothills, and Coastal Range. * WHEN...Through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff will result in rises along area rivers, creeks, streams. Small streams and creeks may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in low-lying, poor drainage, and urban areas. Mudslides and rockslides may occur in mountain and foothill areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Periods of moderate to heavy rain are forecast the week of Christmas. Debris flows are not expected over recent burn scars, but do anticipate enhanced runoff in/below scars. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Winter Storm Watch issued December 20 at 4:13PM PST until December 26 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 4:13 PM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Accumulation amounts uncertain at this time but may range from around a foot at 5500 feet and up 4 feet at highest elevations. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park including Interstate 80 and Highway 50. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions with chain controls and road closures possible. Low visibility due to combination of wind and heavy snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow accumulations will remain near or above pass level through Tuesday, then drop to around 5500 feet during the day Wednesday.
Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.
Flood Advisory issued December 21 at 5:54AM PST until December 21 at 5:45PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sun December 21, 2025, 5:54 AM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 5:45 PM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following counties, Butte, Nevada, Plumas, Sierra, Tehama and Yuba. * WHEN...Until 545 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 550 AM PST, local law enforcement reported mud and rock slides within the advisory area. Moderate to heavy rain is continuing to fall over the area and as a result minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Between 1 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 3 to 6 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding, potential mud and rock slides, and rises on small streams. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Grass Valley, Brush Creek Rs, Pulga, Palermo, Downieville, Lake Wildwood, Feather Falls, Forbestown, Brownsville, Challenge-Brownsville, Challenge, Hurleton, American House, Frenchtown, Dobbins, Oroville Dam and Oroville East. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flood Advisory issued December 21 at 4:00PM PST until December 21 at 10:45PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sun December 21, 2025, 4:00 PM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 10:45 PM
* WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following counties, Butte, Nevada, Plumas, Sierra, Tehama and Yuba. * WHEN...Until 1045 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 355 PM PST, local law enforcement reported heavy rain, flooded roadways, rock and mud slides, and rises in rivers and streams in the advisory area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include...Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Grass Valley, Brush Creek Rs, Pulga, Palermo, Downieville, Lake Wildwood, Feather Falls, Forbestown, Brownsville, Challenge-Brownsville, Challenge, Hurleton, American House, Frenchtown, Dobbins, Oroville Dam and Oroville East. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Winter Storm Watch issued December 21 at 12:55PM PST until December 26 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA
Effective: Sun December 21, 2025, 12:55 PM
Expires: Mon December 22, 2025, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Accumulation amounts uncertain at this time but may range from around a foot at 5500 feet and 3 to 6 feet with locally higher amounts at 6500 feet and above. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park including Interstate 80 and Highway 50. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions with chain controls and road closures possible. Low visibility due to combination of wind and heavy snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow accumulations will remain near or above pass level through Tuesday, then drop to around 5500 feet during the day Wednesday.
Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.
Flood Watch issued December 20 at 11:32PM PST until December 22 at 4:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 11:32 PM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 2:00 PM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Northern San Francisco Bay Area (Napa, Sonoma, and Marin counties). * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Moderate to heavy rain associated with an atmospheric river will impact the region. 2-3" of rain is expected in the valleys during the watch period, with up to 6" in the coastal mountains. Area rivers, streams, and creeks that are prone to flooding could see rapid rises during and after heavy rainfall. There is a slight chance for flash flooding, particularly in urban areas Sunday and Monday. Debris flows are possible particularly for the Pickett Burn Scar. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Flood Watch issued December 21 at 1:50PM PST until December 22 at 4:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Sun December 21, 2025, 1:50 PM
Expires: Sun December 21, 2025, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Northern San Francisco Bay Area (Napa, Sonoma, and Marin counties). * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low water crossing may become flooded. Standing water is likely in urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Moderate to heavy rain associated with an atmospheric river will impact the region. 2-3" of rain is expected in the valleys during the watch period, with up to 6" in the coastal mountains. Area rivers, streams, and creeks that are prone to flooding could see rapid rises during and after heavy rainfall. There is a slight chance for flash flooding, particularly in urban areas Sunday and Monday. Debris flows are possible particularly for the Pickett Burn Scar. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 58.4°F
Average Humidity: 92%
Wind: 22.8 mph
UV Index: 0.1
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 17.91 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.99 μg/m3
Ozone: 31.88 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:05 AM
Sunset: 4:49 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 26 mins
Moon Transit: 1:36 PM
Moonset: 6:16 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:08 PM - 11:38 PM1:06 PM - 3:36 PM
Minor Periods
5:46 PM - 7:16 PM8:32 AM - 10:02 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 55.5°F
Average Humidity: 97%
Wind: 14.3 mph
UV Index: 0
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 12.1 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.81 μg/m3
Ozone: 40.88 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:06 AM
Sunset: 4:49 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 26 mins
Moon Transit: 2:26 PM
Moonset: 7:20 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 5.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:56 PM - 4:26 PM
Minor Periods
6:50 PM - 8:20 PM9:09 AM - 10:39 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 55.6°F
Average Humidity: 87%
Wind: 26.2 mph
UV Index: 0.2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 31.23 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.96 μg/m3
Ozone: 17.76 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:06 AM
Sunset: 4:50 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 26 mins
Moon Transit: 3:14 PM
Moonset: 8:26 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 11.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM2:44 PM - 5:14 PM
Minor Periods
7:56 PM - 9:26 PM9:40 AM - 11:10 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 54.6°F
Average Humidity: 86%
Wind: 26.6 mph
UV Index: 0.3
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.42 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.77 μg/m3
Ozone: 58.72 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:07 AM
Sunset: 4:50 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 26 mins
Moon Transit: 4:00 PM
Moonset: 9:31 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 19.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Minor Periods
9:01 PM - 10:31 PM10:07 AM - 11:37 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 54.2°F
Average Humidity: 77%
Wind: 32 mph
UV Index: 0.2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.33 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.53 μg/m3
Ozone: 75.38 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:07 AM
Sunset: 4:51 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 27 mins
Moon Transit: 4:44 PM
Moonset: 10:37 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 29.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM4:14 PM - 6:44 PM
Minor Periods
10:07 PM - 11:37 PM10:31 AM - 12:01 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
