SF and the Bay Area can expect a classic wintry mix as we roll into the holiday week, with weather forecasts indicating a variety of precipitation that could affect holiday travel plans. According to the NWS, locals should brace for cloudy skies that will gradually clear up today, with the temperature creeping up to a near 31 degrees, pushed by a south wind that could run gusts as high as 25 mph. It looks to be that classic Bay Area chill that bites at the bones while the sun peeks out in defiance of the season's gloom.
Tonight, the NWS warns, there's a chance of drizzle, snow, and freezing rain after 3 a.m. If you're hitting the roads, beware of potential slick spots as the temperature holds steady around 29. The south wind could prove troublesome, running around 15 mph, with gusts possibly reaching 30 mph. "A mix of light freezing drizzle and light snow is possible later tonight," the NWS advises, cautioning that roads may develop slick spots.
Tomorrow's outlook isn't much brighter if you're not a fan of soggy conditions. "Snow likely, possibly mixed with drizzle and freezing rain before 10 am, then rain and snow likely between 10 am and 11 am, then rain likely after 11 am," says the forecast from NWS Milwaukee. With a high near 36 and south wind transitioning to west in the afternoon, the Bay Area's resolve will be tested by the elements with little to no ice accumulation expected.
Into the evening, we see a slight respite with just a slight chance of freezing rain before midnight and mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures will hold steady around the 30-degree mark. While there's less to be wary of, remember that the Holidays pose their own hazards, and back-to-back social obligations can be as draining as a winter storm. For those celebrating Christmas, expect cloudy conditions with a calm lead-in, and a high near 39 degrees, hinting at a silver lining before the year skids to a close.
The National Weather Service forecasts relatively calm conditions for the rest of the week, though a 40% chance of rain from Thursday night through Saturday warrants a bit of caution. Bay Area residents can expect mostly cloudy skies as a backdrop, with a blanket of gray dominating the horizon. Intermittent rain is likely, offering fleeting moments of sunlight to cherish amid the overcast atmosphere.
