San Francisco is gearing up for a breezy weekend. As the city wakes up to a mild 50°F this morning, locals can expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures climbing into the 50s and lower 60s throughout the day. Winds coming from the west at 10 to 20 mph will remind us that, while spring may be in the air, the breeze off the Pacific has yet to warm to the occasion, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service.
Tonight, the city should brace for more than just slightly crisper air with the low hanging around the lower 50s. Winds are set to intensify, slashing through the urban landscape. 10 to 20 mph winds will increase after midnight to 20 to 30 mph. Residents along the coast and higher elevations are advised to secure outdoor objects before these winds pick up, with a special notice about the strong weekend gusts.
Those planning outdoor activities on Saturday might encounter mostly cloudy skies in the morning before things clear up a bit in the afternoon. Yet the wind won't let up, maintaining a persistent 20 to 30 mph throughout the day. As San Franciscans know, a scarf and a good jacket are accessories for anyone out and about.
The skies will clear into Saturday night, but the winds are stubborn, still clocking in at 20 to 30 mph. For those taking late walks under the mostly clear skies, the temperate lows around 50 make for a crisp evening, but remember, the breezy conditions could turn a simple stroll into an unwanted challenge.
Looking ahead to Sunday, the NWS promises sunnier skies with highs pleasantly reaching into the upper 50s and mid-60s, paired with lighter northwest winds at 10 to 20 mph. Sunday night will offer clear skies and lower 50s, leading into a sunny Monday with temperatures even more agreeable, potentially breaking into the low 70s.
The early forecast for next week suggests a stretch of mostly clear nights and sunny days, with consistent temperatures, lows in the lower 50s, and highs from the 50s to the upper 60s. As we hurdle through spring, San Francisco's weather seems as variable as ever, but at least for the moment, remarkably void of precipitation. Residents looking for more detailed forecasts can always check the latest from the NWS Bay Area Weather Forecast.
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