May Packing List for Sacramento — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Lightweight T-shirts or BlousesEssential

  With Sacramento afternoons reaching 80°F, breathable fabrics will keep you comfortable during sunny weather.

• A light jacket or denim layerEssential

  Since Sacramento evenings can drop to a cool 54°F, having a layer is vital for outdoor dining in Midtown.

• A light sweaterEssential

  Essential for layering when temperatures drop to 54°F during early morning walks near the American River Parkway.

• Sturdy walking sneakersEssential

  You'll need support to navigate the uneven cobblestone streets of Old Sacramento during warm 80°F afternoons.

• Polarized sunglassesEssential

  Protect your eyes from the bright Sacramento sun during those sunny 80°F afternoons.

• SunscreenEssential

  Essential for protecting your skin during outdoor excursions in the direct May sun and 80°F heat.

• Reusable water bottleEssential

  Stay hydrated while walking along the American River Parkway during warm, sunny days reaching 80°F.

Clothing

• Lightweight T-shirts or BlousesEssential

  With Sacramento afternoons reaching 80°F, breathable fabrics will keep you comfortable during sunny weather.

• A light jacket or denim layerEssential

  Since Sacramento evenings can drop to a cool 54°F, having a layer is vital for outdoor dining in Midtown.

• Comfortable jeans or chinosRecommended

  These are perfect for transitioning from warm daytime activities to the cooler Sacramento nights when temperatures dip toward 54°F.

• Sundresses or casual skirtsRecommended

  Ideal for the effortless California casual style favored in Sacramento's farm-to-fork dining scene during 80°F weather.

• A light sweaterEssential

  Essential for layering when temperatures drop to 54°F during early morning walks near the American River Parkway.

Footwear

• Sturdy walking sneakersEssential

  You'll need support to navigate the uneven cobblestone streets of Old Sacramento during warm 80°F afternoons.

• Stylish sandalsRecommended

  Perfect for a casual lunch or dinner in the walkable Midtown Sacramento grid on a pleasant 80°F afternoon.

• Comfortable flatsOptional

  These are great for exploring the flat, walkable neighborhoods of Sacramento during warm 80°F days.

Accessories

• Polarized sunglassesEssential

  Protect your eyes from the bright Sacramento sun during those sunny 80°F afternoons.

• A lightweight scarfRecommended

  Provides extra warmth if you are out late in Sacramento when temperatures drop to 54°F.

• SunscreenEssential

  Essential for protecting your skin during outdoor excursions in the direct May sun and 80°F heat.

Gear

• Reusable water bottleEssential

  Stay hydrated while walking along the American River Parkway during warm, sunny days reaching 80°F.

• Compact umbrellaOptional

  Useful for staying dry if you encounter one of Sacramento's two average precipitation days in May.

• Lightweight daypackRecommended

  Perfect for carrying extra layers when temperatures drop to 54°F while exploring Old Sacramento.