San Jose is waking up cool and clear this Thursday morning, with temperatures sitting near 50°F at Mineta San José International after overnight showers faded before dawn. Patchy valley fog will linger for a few hours, but skies should clear into a bright, mild afternoon with highs around 63 to 64°F.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Look for pockets of patchy fog before 10 a.m., followed by mostly sunny skies through Friday as light northwest winds settle in. Overnight lows dip into the low 40s, while daytime highs climb into the low to mid 60s. It is a short, welcome break from the recent wet pattern and a solid window for errands or a quick outdoor lunch.
Weekend And Next Week: Rain Returns
A stronger system is expected to move in Saturday evening, bringing rain late Saturday and a series of storms from Sunday into early next week that could deliver widespread, soaking rainfall. Forecast guidance from the National Weather Service points to about 2 to 4 inches of rain for many spots, with locally higher totals of 4 to 6 inches in the coastal ranges, along with southerly winds that could gust 30 to 40 mph. Multiple rounds of rain may leave soils saturated and increase the risk of localized flooding, so it is worth checking back for updates as the weekend gets closer.
Beaches And Boaters
Hazardous surf builds Thursday night and lasts into early Saturday, with an elevated risk of sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and 14 to 19 foot breakers along northwest-facing Pacific beaches. Offshore Small Craft Advisories and rough seas will make for dangerous conditions, so staying off jetties and out of the water while the surf is up is the smart move. The National Weather Service has the latest advisories and safety tips for anyone eyeing the coast.
What To Do
If storms hit, drivers should slow down on wet roads, build in extra travel time, and avoid driving through standing water. Secure loose outdoor items before the wind and rain ramp up, keep an eye on updated forecasts, and consider postponing coastal plans while the surf is at its most dangerous.
