San Francisco woke up today, to mild mid‑50s temperatures under mostly cloudy skies, but the gray start will not last long. Sunshine builds through the morning and the city is on track to climb into the low‑80s this afternoon, serving up a toasty end to the workweek ahead of a noticeable pattern shift.
Afternoon Warmth
This afternoon should turn mostly sunny, with a high near 81°F before easing back into the upper 70s later in the day. Light east‑northeast winds around 2 to 7 mph will help focus the biggest warmup in inland neighborhoods, while shoreline spots hang on to readings a few degrees cooler.
Saturday Into Sunday
Tomorrow, the immediate coast cools a bit, with highs near 71°F, while inland areas stay comfortably warm. Next Sunday, March 29, looks to be the weekend standout, with many inland pockets pushing near 78°F. A very shallow marine layer could bring patchy morning drizzle or fog along the shoreline Saturday, but it should lift by late morning for most locations.
Offshore Gusts And Rain Next Week
Forecasters note that a modest push of offshore breezes may pass through the North Bay interior mountains before sunrise today, generating mountain‑wave gusts that could reach 35 to 45 mph at the highest elevations. A more significant pattern change arrives early next week: rain is possible late next Monday, March 30, and becomes more likely from next Tuesday, March 31, into Wednesday, April 1. The coastal ranges and parts of western Sonoma are favored for the heaviest totals, while urban centers are expected to see mainly a few tenths of an inch. According to the National Weather Service, both timing and exact amounts are still somewhat uncertain, so it is worth checking updates before locking in midweek plans.
Plan Ahead
Take advantage of the dry, warm stretch to finish any outdoor projects, and if you live above the bays, secure lightweight items ahead of any pre‑dawn gusts.
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