San Francisco starts Monday with patchy fog and mostly cloudy skies, then turns partly sunny and warm by afternoon with a high near 71. The bigger coastal concern isn't rain yet: elevated tides, hazardous surf, and sneaker waves will make the shoreline a bad place to get casual.
Fog Clears, Warmth Builds
Monday brings north-northwest winds at 9 mph, and rain is not expected. Temperatures are expected to remain above normal through Wednesday.
High Tides Keep Bayshore Areas On Alert
The National Weather Service in San Francisco says a Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect through Friday afternoon, with the predicted high tide at the San Francisco tide gauge 1.6 feet above normal and surge of up to 1.5 feet potentially enhancing the astronomical tide. High tide is expected around 10:35 a.m. Monday, and flooding could bring isolated road closures or water onto vulnerable infrastructure, according to the National Weather Service.
Beach Conditions Are More Serious
A Beach Hazards Statement remains in effect through Monday evening, with breaking waves of 12 to 16 feet expected at exposed beaches and even larger waves possible at favored break points. Sneaker waves and strong rip currents could sweep across the shoreline without warning. The weather service is urging people to stay off jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside structures—and to never turn their back on the ocean.
Dry Midweek, Rain Returns Late
Wednesday should be warmer than normal for Veterans Day, while Thursday stays mostly sunny near 71. Rain could arrive as early as Friday. Rain chances increase Saturday, and rain is likely Saturday night and Sunday as temperatures cool to the low 60s.
What To Watch This Week
The midweek forecast remains dry and comfortable for outdoor plans. The more unsettled stretch arrives late Friday into the weekend, with rain possible.
