Oakland is kicking off the weekend with bright blue skies, a building breeze, and temperatures already on the climb this morning. Daytime highs should land near 74°F today, then bump into the upper 70s over the weekend. Mornings stay on the cool side, so a light layer is still your friend for early errands or dog walks.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
By late morning and through the afternoon, north-northwest winds will ramp up, generally around 7 to 13 mph, with stronger gusts over exposed shorelines and ridge tops. Gusts could reach roughly 20 to 24 mph in spots and stay breezy into Saturday, with the punchiest winds along the coast and at higher elevations. Mariners should note that Small Craft Advisories and a Gale Warning for parts of the northern outer waters remain in effect this evening, according to the National Weather Service.
Sunny, Unseasonably Warm Weekend
Temperatures climb over the next two days, with highs in the mid-to-upper 70s, roughly 79°F tomorrow and about 78°F on Sunday, and a few sheltered inland pockets could briefly touch 80°F as winds ease. A thinning marine layer will mean sunnier afternoons inland and milder mornings closer to the bay. Forecasters are keeping the pattern dry through next week, a trend noted by the San Francisco Chronicle.
What This Means For Commutes And Water
Expect some extra wobble on bridge approaches and choppy ferry crossings during the gustier periods, so if you commute by water, it is worth checking your ferry operator’s service alerts before you head out. Small boats should steer clear of exposed coastal waters while advisories are active, and drivers of high-profile vehicles should take it slow on the more exposed spans.
