Bay Area residents can expect to see clearer skies and stronger winds today as the National Weather Service in San Francisco predicts a shift in the weather. According to a report from NWS San Francisco, the post-shower weather will transition into a warmer and drier trend extending over the weekend, with moderate offshore winds likely hitting the coast from Saturday to Tuesday.
For those planning to venture out onto the waters, be wary. "Fresh to strong breeze through today, causing widespread hazardous conditions for small craft," the NWS San Francisco warned. Coastal and higher elevation areas might catch the strong northwesterly winds today, particularly brisk down the Salinas Valley. Meanwhile, on land, the build-up of subtropical high pressure across the Northeast Pacific is set to clear the skies as the day progresses.
The NWS update also hints at favorable outdoor conditions for the upcoming weekend with seasonal temperatures and sunny afternoons in store. But don't get too comfy - the forecast includes the potential return of offshore winds. "Offshore winds this time of year tend to bring really nice weather to the Bay Area and Central Coast with warm temperatures and clear skies," NWS San Francisco cautions. Still, with the moderate nature of the expected winds and recent rain, significant fire weather concerns are not heavily pronounced this round.
Aviation-wise, the upsides include mostly clear conditions through this afternoon, with very little shower activity expected, save for potential isolated drizzle in North Bay locales. Pilots can expect to encounter mixed skies briefly through today, giving way to clearer visibility by this afternoon. On the other hand, the Monterey Bay terminals may continue to see some low cloud cover along the high terrain, with those clouds predicted to spread northward as evening approaches.
