San Francisco woke to cool, clear skies today, with temperatures in the low 50s this morning and a forecast high near 68°F this afternoon. Sunshine will share the stage with a steady onshore breeze, so inland neighborhoods should see the warmest readings while shoreline spots stay firmly in jacket weather.
Cool Stretch And Light Coastal Drizzle
A trough over the West will keep temperatures a bit below seasonal levels through Tuesday, and a weak pocket of moisture could bring light coastal drizzle tomorrow into early Tuesday. According to the National Weather Service, rainfall should be very light, with most areas seeing less than a tenth of an inch, and the best chance across the North Bay coastal ranges.
Afternoon Gusts And Commute Impacts
South-southwest winds will run about 3 to 14 mph this afternoon with gusts near 21 mph, shifting to the west and strengthening into the evening. Gusts will be strongest near headlands, the Golden Gate, and exposed bridges, so cyclists, drivers of high-profile vehicles, and ferry riders should be ready for sudden gusts and choppy conditions.
Boaters And Beachgoers
Outer waters remain rough and small craft advisories cover parts of Monterey Bay and nearby coastal waters, with gale conditions possible well offshore through this evening. Boaters should steer clear of exposed areas, and beachgoers should stay off rocks and jetties while advisories are in effect.
Midweek Warmup
High-pressure ridging builds in by midweek, pushing San Francisco into the mid to upper 70s by Wednesday and Thursday while inland valleys warm even more. That warmup increases the risk of heat impacts for sensitive people away from the immediate coast, so inland residents should plan for cooling and go easier on strenuous outdoor activity.
