San Jose woke up under a blanket of patchy fog today, slowing parts of the morning commute before clearer skies move in. Forecasters say the low clouds should thin by midmorning, allowing sunshine and a high near 73°F.
The Santa Clara Valley is expected to see the thickest fog, with brief stretches of poor visibility on valley approaches and neighborhood streets during the early drive. Northwest winds will stay on the lighter side, which should help the fog burn off fairly quickly once the sun breaks through.
Foggy Start, Sun-Soaked Finish
Areas of fog are likely before about 9 AM, especially in inland neighborhoods. Most of those spots should clear to sunshine by late morning.
Inland highs will climb into the low to mid 70s, while coastal locations stay cooler in the 50s and 60s. As the afternoon breeze picks up, temperatures may dip a degree or two. Overnight lows across the valley are expected to fall into the upper 40s, so it will still feel crisp once the sun goes down.
Boaters And Commuters On Alert
Out on the water, things will be a bit rougher than they look from shore. Choppy seas and a northwest breeze are forecast to create small-craft conditions along Monterey Bay and parts of the Central Coast this afternoon into tonight.
According to the National Weather Service, advisories will be in effect for some nearshore and offshore zones from mid-afternoon through the evening, with seas easing by Friday morning. Boaters are urged to steer clear of exposed waters and keep an eye on updated forecasts before heading out.
Weekend Outlook
A weak upper-level trough is expected to slide through on Saturday, bringing slightly cooler air and a chance of light drizzle. Daytime highs will drop into the 60s across much of the region.
Any precipitation looks to be light and intermittent, more of a passing mist than a soaking, with the Central Coast holding the best chance for measurable totals. A gradual warming trend should take over early next week, nudging inland highs back to the low 70s by Monday and Tuesday.
What To Know This Morning
If you are driving in the fog, slow down in low visibility, stick with low-beam headlights, and budget some extra time for the morning commute. You can check road conditions before you go at Caltrans QuickMap, and boaters should continue to monitor marine advisories through this evening.
A light jacket will still come in handy after dark, but by midday, the sunshine should make for a short, pleasant window to enjoy the outdoors.
