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Winter Storm Risk in Sacramento, CA
Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10
FEMA: 1Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- 9 events on record in proximity
- 3 event(s) in the last 12 months
Peak season: December-March
Last significant event: Winter Storm - Northern/Western Sierra Nevada and nearby foothills, United States (2026-02-16) — 494,000 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Winter Storms
Sacramento is not in the top 10 for winter storm risk among tracked cities.
How Sacramento Compares
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Notable Winter Storm Events Near Sacramento
Winter Weather - Northern Sierra Nevada, California, United States
February 9, 2026 — ADVISORY
48,000 people exposed; $5,774M capital exposed
Winter Storm - California, United States
December 10, 2014 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Winter Storm - Northern California, United States
March 23, 2017 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Winter Storm - Northern/Western Sierra Nevada and nearby foothills, United States
February 15, 2026 — WARNING
494,000 people exposed; $67,765M capital exposed
Winter Storm - Western, United States
January 5, 2024 — WARNING
139,000 people exposed; $18,442M capital exposed
Winter Storm Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stock emergency supplies including extra blankets, food, water, and medications
- 2.Insulate pipes and know how to shut off water in case of pipe bursts
- 3.Keep your vehicle's gas tank at least half full during winter months
- 4.Have alternative heating sources and carbon monoxide detectors
- 5.Stay off roads during ice storms and heavy snow events
Related Pages
Earthquake Risk in Sacramento
Score: 7/10
Wildfire Risk in Sacramento
Score: 5/10
Hurricane Risk in Sacramento
Score: 0/10
Flood Risk in Sacramento
Score: 7/10
Tornado Risk in Sacramento
Score: 5/10
Landslide Risk in Sacramento
Score: 3/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Sacramento
Score: 5/10
Drought Risk in Sacramento
Score: 7/10
High Wind Risk in Sacramento
Score: 1/10
Tsunami Risk in Sacramento
Score: 0/10
Winter Storm Risk in Oakland, CA
Score: 1/10
Winter Storm Risk in San Francisco, CA
Score: 1/10
Winter Storm Risk in San Jose, CA
Score: 1/10
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