San Francisco rolled in today, with temperatures in the low 50s under a mostly cloudy sky as a shallow marine layer hugged the coast, while inland neighborhoods were already edging toward the mid 60s. The gray is expected to clear by late morning, offering most areas a decent sunbreak and an afternoon high near 66°F.
What To Expect Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Forecasts call for a mostly sunny Tuesday with west winds of 5 to 10 mph and highs in the mid 60s, a bit cooler right along the ocean and a touch warmer farther inland. Morning fog and low clouds should burn off by midday, setting up a comfortable afternoon for errands, dog walks, or a quick outdoor lunch. This warmer pattern through Wednesday lines up with regional coverage, as reported by the San Francisco Chronicle.
Afternoon Winds And The Airport
The stratus layer is expected to mix out by late morning today, but SFO and the western side of the city could see gustier west winds in the afternoon. Visibility should improve by midday, yet travelers can still expect occasional gusts near the runways. West winds may locally reach about 15 to 25 knots near bridge and bay locations later in the day, so a light jacket is a smart move for evening plans along the waterfront.
Late-Week Rain, Thunderstorms And Marine Advisory
Things flip today and tomorrow as a slow-moving low approaches, bringing a chance of light showers tomorrow, and a higher chance of scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms on Friday. Rainfall totals of roughly 0.25 to 0.75 inches are likely across the Bay Area, with locally higher amounts of 1.00 to 1.50 inches in the coastal ranges. Gusty onshore winds are possible Saturday into Sunday, according to the local forecast office, as outlined by NWS San Francisco.
Plan Ahead
Plan on layers for gray mornings and a light jacket for breezy afternoons, and keep an umbrella handy for any plans from Thursday, April 9, through Sunday, April 12, as showers will be hit or miss. Boaters and small craft operators should steer clear of exposed waters while the advisory is in effect, and anyone organizing outdoor events this weekend should keep an eye on updated forecasts.
