San Francisco woke up today to cool, mostly clear weather, with temperatures hovering near 53°F and an afternoon high expected around 65°F. Sunshine should rule much of the day, although inland neighborhoods are likely to cool into the low 60s by late afternoon. A slight chance of light rain returns after about 7 PM, but any accumulation is expected to be light, under a tenth of an inch where it is measurable. Tomorrow keeps the unsettled theme going with another small chance of showers and a high near 68°F.
Afternoon Winds And Beach Hazards
Winds will pick up this afternoon, with south-southwest breezes around 2 to 10 mph for most neighborhoods and much stronger gusts along the more exposed shoreline, where speeds could reach about 25 to 30 mph. A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect through 9 AM today, calling out very rough surf, large breaking waves and strong rip currents, while open-ocean seas of 12 to 16 feet are expected through Thursday. Boaters and beachgoers are urged to steer clear of piers, jetties and rocks and to stay well back from the water's edge; see the National Weather Service for details.
Slight Rain Tonight And Thursday
Clouds slide back in tonight, along with a slight chance of light rain after about 7 PM, and overnight lows will settle into the low 50s. The odds of measurable rain are low, generally around 20%, and any new rainfall is expected to stay below a tenth of an inch where it falls. Tomorrow looks similar, with a slight chance of showers before late afternoon and a high near 68°F. If you are heading out this evening, a light jacket and a small umbrella would not be the worst idea in case a brief shower catches you between bus stops.
Weekend Outlook
By Friday, a drier, warmer pattern begins to take hold, pushing highs into the upper 60s to low 70s through the weekend and into early next week. Sunday is on track for a high near 70°F with mostly sunny skies, and Monday and Tuesday look warmer still. Afternoons should stay breezy along exposed ridgelines and coastal gaps, even as the overall weather improves. Summer-like days are not far off, although coastal neighborhoods will remain the coolest and windiest.
Safety Tips
Stay off jetties, piers and rocks, and never turn your back on the ocean, since strong rip currents and sneaker waves can knock people off their feet and pull them into the water. If you are planning to head out on a boat, check the latest small craft advisories and consider delaying trips in exposed waters until the seas calm down.
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