San Jose woke up to crystal-clear skies today, with morning temperatures in the mid-50s at Mineta San Jose International Airport. By afternoon, the city is expected to warm into the low to mid-70s, but a steady onshore breeze will keep the bay and Peninsula feeling noticeably cooler. If you have outdoor plans, bring a light layer – it will be bright and pleasant, just on the breezy side.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
North-northwest winds will ramp up this afternoon across the South Bay, with valley speeds of 2 to 12 mph and gusts of 20 mph or more inland. Exposed ridges, bridge crossings and airport approaches could see stronger gusts that turn top-floor patios and ferry terminals into wind tunnels. According to the National Weather Service, San Jose's high will be near 74°F, and the gusty onshore flow should ease by evening.
Coast And Bays
Inland sunshine is not telling the whole story. Along the coast and around the bays, conditions are rough, with gale-force gusts and a long-period swell kicking up sneaker waves, strong rip currents and very rough seas through the weekend. Small craft should stay in port. Beachgoers are urged to stay off jetties and rocks and to keep children and pets well back from the water's edge.
Looking Ahead
The National Weather Service office notes a chance for light rain late next Monday into early Tuesday, mainly across the North Bay and parts of the East Bay, with current projections keeping totals under a tenth of an inch. Dry, warmer weather is expected to return by midweek, with highs climbing back into the 80s by later next week in many inland spots. It is worth checking updated forecasts before locking in Monday evening plans.
What To Know
If you are heading outside, secure lightweight items, be ready for gusts on hilltops and bridges, and plan on cooler, windier conditions near the water. Boaters should follow marine advisories, and beachgoers are safest steering clear of jetties and the surf; when in doubt, hold off on ocean activities until conditions calm down. This space will be updated if warnings or advisories change over the weekend.
