San Jose is waking up sunny and mild this morning, with the airport checking in at about 57°F. Expect a warm afternoon today, with highs near 82°F before a cooling trend slips in later in the week. Enjoy the dry weather today while you can, because showers are set to return late Monday night and stick around into the middle of the week.
Afternoon Warmth, Evening Cool-Down
Most neighborhoods should climb into the low 80s, helped along by light northwest breezes of 1-7 mph that pick up through the afternoon. Inland spots will feel noticeably drier as humidity drops into the 20s and 30s, while the immediate coast stays cooler and a bit more comfortable. Overnight lows settle into the low 50s, so you may still want a light layer once the sun goes down.
Rain Chances This Week
Showers are likely to return tonight and continue through tomorrow, with higher odds tomorrow and Wednesday. Forecasters at the National Weather Service expect light totals: generally under a tenth of an inch for valley locations and up to a quarter inch in the coastal mountains. Breezy northwesterly winds are possible late in the week, especially over higher terrain.
What To Expect For Plans And Commutes
Today is the standout day this week for outdoor plans, so if you can sneak in a hike, a park hang, or yard work, this is your window. Bring sunscreen and water if you will be outside during the warmest hours. Early week rain looks more like a nuisance than a total washout, but roads can be slick during the first brief showers, so give yourself a little extra braking room. A compact umbrella could come in handy if you are out and about tomorrow or Wednesday morning. If you have events in the hills or along the coast, expect clouds and light rain to reach those areas first.
From Earlier Heat To A Cooler Finish
This shift follows the early March heat wave covered earlier in the month. The latest warm stretch is short-lived before cooler, wetter weather moves in. Bottom line: enjoy the sunshine and low humidity on Monday, but plan for light rain from Tuesday through Thursday and breezier conditions by the end of the week. If you work outdoors, today is your best bet for steady dry time, and everyone else may want to keep a light layer and an umbrella handy into midweek.
