The San Francisco/Bay Area is in for a continuous bout of hazardous beach conditions. Residents are urged to exercise extreme caution, staying clear of waterside infrastructure and refraining from entering the water at all Pacific Coast beaches through Saturday morning. The NWS San Francisco Bay Area emphasizes the perils presented by the ocean, stating "never turn your back on the ocean!" as strong currents and high tides are expected to persist.
Adding to coastal concerns, minor flooding has become a risk along the coast, amplified by the recent Supermoon. This lunar event, which occurred on November 5th, has led to higher-than-normal tides, resulting in a Coastal Flood Advisory that remains in effect through 2 PM PST on Saturday. The possibility of being quickly turned hazardous for certain low-lying areas is not to be taken lightly, and individuals in these regions should remain vigilant.
According to the same source's area forecast discussion, light rain showers are expected to continue affecting the North Bay and San Mateo Peninsula Coast into Friday. While the rest of the Bay Area looks to remain mostly dry, there's an anticipation of an unsettled weather pattern starting to develop next week. Folks in these areas should prepare for shifts in the weather, which may disrupt outdoor plans and other activities.
The upcoming weekend is expected to have more favorable weather conditions, according to the NWS outlook. With the building of a ridge across the eastern Pacific, the Bay Area is expected to experience drier conditions and warmer temperatures, ranging from "the mid 60s to mid 80s." However, beachgoers are still advised to approach the shorelines with caution, as a Beach Hazard Statement remains in effect due to an increased risk of rip currents and sneaker waves. This warning is set to linger through Friday and into the early hours of Saturday, as westerly swell rapidly rebuilds.
The National Weather Service has also issued advisories for the marine environment. Mariners should expect "very rough seas" today and Friday, with small craft advisories spanning several zones along the coast. The sea conditions are predicted to improve gradually starting Sunday. As always, sailors and other marine hobbyists should keep abreast of these updates before heading out onto the waters.
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