San Jose’s brief flirtation with early April heat is already cooling off. By 5:30 AM PDT today, it was a clear and crisp 54°F at Mineta San José International Airport, a quick drop from the recent warm spell. Expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 76°F this afternoon, while a rebuilding marine layer sets the stage for pockets of overnight and early morning fog.
Afternoon Winds And Commute
Northwest winds will run light to breezy this afternoon, generally 2 to 10 mph with stronger gusts on exposed hills and bridges, so the ride home should feel pleasant, if a bit on the gusty side. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will slide into the low 70s by late afternoon.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
The marine layer is expected to push inland overnight, dragging in patches of low clouds and reduced visibility before mid-morning, especially in lower-lying neighborhoods and near the immediate coast.
Midweek Rain And Thunderstorm Chance
Forecasters are now calling for light measurable rain to arrive by Thursday morning, April 9, with on-and-off showers possible through Saturday and a slight chance of thunderstorms from Thursday night into Friday. The National Weather Service notes that precipitation may linger into Saturday morning, potentially leading to wet roads and patchy low visibility for late-week commutes.
Plan ahead: use headlights in the morning fog and leave extra stopping distance on slick pavement. Boaters and coastal visitors should keep an eye on a Small Craft Advisory for parts of the central coast this afternoon into Tuesday morning, and anyone banking on a dry weekend outdoors should be ready to dodge a few passing showers.
