California – A crisp 51-degree start has San Francisco awake under clear skies this morning. While roadways are dry and the city enjoys sunny conditions now, the weather is set to shift quickly this weekend, bringing rain, and possibly gusty winds, as we head into President’s Day week.
According to the National Weather Service in San Francisco Bay Area/Monterey, expect sunshine through the afternoon with a high of 72 degrees. However, the warm break is short-lived. By Saturday, the clouds begin to build, with temperatures dipping to 59 degrees. Saturday night ushers in a steady chance of rain by late evening, which intensifies overnight and into Sunday.
Sunday brings a 90% chance of rain, along with the possibility of some thunder. Travel could be slow on roads such as I-80 and the Golden Gate Bridge due to wet conditions. By Monday, rain continues with a 60% chance, and conditions remain unsettled through the afternoon.
Washington’s Birthday Monday may feature heavier rain, with winds gusting as high as 18 mph. Expect reduced visibility and increased risk of slick roadways throughout the day. Showers continue into Tuesday, though the rain risk drops to 60%.
Meteorologists are keeping close watch on this system, as it tracks across California and could bring substantial rain totals. Drivers should prepare for wet conditions and delays, especially along major interstates.
How’s the weather shaping up in your area today? Will you be hitting the road this weekend?
Five Day Outlook for San Francisco, California:
Today: Sunny, high 72.
Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high 59.
Sunday: Rain likely, high 60.
Monday (Washington’s Birthday): Rain, high 57.
Tuesday: Rain likely, high 60.
