San Francisco woke up to a classic fog-kissed start today, with cool, mostly clear skies and a brisk 52°F at dawn. Inland spots will get some decent sun, but near the water, it stays jacket weather, with highs expected to top out around 66°F while a steady west wind turns gusty this afternoon. Pacific-facing beaches remain under a Beach Hazards Statement through 9 AM today, thanks to an elevated risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents.
Afternoon Winds Crank Up
Winds out of the west are set to increase to about 8 to 17 mph, with gusts around 25 to 30 mph and stronger bursts possible across headlands and bridge approaches. The National Weather Service notes that gusts near the SFO bridge and airport could reach 30 knots (about 35 mph), resulting in choppy ferry rides and tricky handling for high-profile vehicles. For the latest updates, check the National Weather Service.
Coastal Hazards Stick Around
The Beach Hazards Statement remains in effect through 9 AM today for Pacific-facing beaches, where a long-period southwesterly swell can fire off sneaker waves that surge high up the sand and generate powerful rip currents.
Cool Weekend Before A Weak Early-Week System
Dry, cool conditions hang on through the weekend, with forecasters watching a weak system that could bring a shot at light rain late next Monday into early Tuesday. Any showers should favor areas north of the city and parts of the East Bay, and most spots are expected to see only a few hundredths of an inch at most. After that, temperatures start to moderate, with a midweek warmup likely and highs pushing toward the upper 70s by next Thursday.
How To Play It Safe
Stay well back from the surf line, skip the rocks and jetties, and hold off on swimming or surfing while advisories are in effect. Boaters should follow any small-craft advisories, and drivers of taller vehicles should be ready for sudden gusts on bridges and other exposed roadways today.
