California streets glisten under steady rain as umbrellas tilt against a damp breeze across San Francisco this morning. Wet pavement slows traffic along US-101 and I-280, and visibility dips at times near the waterfront. Plan extra time if you’re heading out before midday.
According to the National Weather Service, rain remains likely through late morning with southeast winds between 8 and 11 mph and gusts near 20 mph. Highs reach about 64 degrees today. Rain chances peak near 90 percent, with up to a half inch possible before showers taper later.
Drivers should watch for ponding on city streets and slick bridge approaches. The Bay Bridge and elevated ramps may feel especially slick during heavier bursts. While temperatures stay well above freezing, this is the season when brief clearing after rain can lead to quick cooling by dawn in inland valleys. That flash-freeze setup is unlikely in downtown San Francisco but can develop farther inland.
Conditions begin improving by Wednesday. Patchy fog may linger before 10 a.m., then skies turn partly sunny with highs near 64. Thursday brings mostly sunny skies and a warmer 68 degrees. By Friday, sunshine pushes highs close to 69, reinforcing early hints of Spring Warmth.
Looking ahead, the 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across much of California. Drier weather should dominate into early next week, with only slight rain chances returning by the weekend.
Five Day Outlook for San Francisco, California:
Today: Rain likely, high near 64.
Wednesday: Patchy fog early, then partly sunny, high near 64.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 68.
Friday: Partly sunny, high near 69.
Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 66, slight chance of rain late.
