Bay Area residents can sigh relief for Halloween evening plans as the forecast promises a break from the showers just in time for trick-or-treating. After a damp day, conditions across the region are expected to dry out by the afternoon and evening, offering ghouls and goblins a clear path for their candy-collecting endeavors. According to a statement obtained by NWS San Francisco, "rain chances have diminished," with temperatures by evening hours dipping into the relatively cool range of the 50s and 60s.
However, don't pack away the umbrellas just yet, as a second round of rainfall is slated for Friday into Saturday. The National Weather Service advises residents to stay vigilant, particularly as isolated thunderstorms are expected, carrying the potential risks of ponding water on roads and slick conditions from accumulating small hail. In a treat reminiscent of Halloween candy, "widespread rain showers" are set to return, while the opportunity for isolated thunderstorms grows more probable Friday afternoon and into Saturday morning.
The week's weather has been complex, with conditions fluctuating. NWS San Francisco detailed that morning commutes could be affected by gusty onshore winds and reminded motorists to remain cautious on damp roads. Rain totals varied, with Marin County receiving a little more than expected, resulting in "locally greater totals of 0.3" plus." Such nuances of climate underscore the importance of staying updated on local forecasts.
According to NWS San Francisco, the weather pattern will shift starting Sunday as we transition to above-average temperatures and drier conditions. The weekend's wet prelude won't be enough as "totals will not be high enough to be considered a fire season ending event." Unfortunately, as the wet roads from earlier in the week fade into memory, it's a reminder that the threat of wildfires remains. Residents should prepare for potential fire concerns with the emergence of gusty offshore winds.
Mariners aren't left out of the weather conversation, with the latest marine forecast warning of a second cold front bringing not just rain but rough seas on Thursday and Friday. Boaters should heed Small Craft Advisories and anticipate northwesterly breezes that could make for challenging conditions.
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