Eureka, California – Patchy fog and gusty coastal winds will return to Humboldt County starting Thursday, as a shift in spring weather patterns brings unsettled conditions through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, Thursday, May 1 will begin mostly cloudy before skies clear gradually. Highs will reach 58°F with light north winds becoming northwest by afternoon. But by Thursday night, expect patchy fog to form after 2 a.m., paired with low clouds and light winds near U.S. Highway 101.
Friday could bring a change. A 20% chance of light rain enters the forecast after 11 a.m., continuing into Friday night with a 50% chance of measurable precipitation and potential fog development. Winds will increase slightly from the north, and rainfall amounts could reach a quarter-inch in localized spots.
By Saturday, skies may clear again, though a 20% chance of rain lingers early. Breezy conditions will dominate the day, with highs near 53°F. Sunday and Monday look drier, with mostly sunny skies and highs nearing 59°F. Winds may remain gusty, especially along the coast.
Five-Day Outlook for Eureka, CA:
- Thursday: Gradual clearing, high near 58°F. Light afternoon breeze.
- Friday: Slight chance of rain after 11 a.m., highs in the upper 50s.
- Saturday: Breezy, slight rain chance early, high near 53°F.
- Sunday: Sunny and breezy, high around 55°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 59°F.
