Thick fog hugs the Golden Gate this morning, spilling through city streets and across the Bay Bridge as travelers navigate slow-moving traffic and dim visibility. It’s a moody, mist-wrapped start to Thanksgiving week in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a Dense Fog Advisory and Beach Hazard Statement in effect through late morning.
According to the National Weather Service, visibility could drop to a quarter mile or less in parts of the North Bay and along Highway 101, affecting morning commuters and early Thanksgiving travelers. Meanwhile, high surf and strong rip currents are expected along the coast — a risk for those heading toward Ocean Beach or Half Moon Bay. Motorists should allow extra time for morning drives, use low beams, and stay cautious along wet, slick roadways.
By midday, sunshine should cut through the fog, ushering in a calmer afternoon with highs near 62°F. The rest of the week looks ideal for Thanksgiving gatherings, with mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures near 64°F through Friday. Wednesday and Thanksgiving Day bring pleasant, late-fall air — perfect for Bay Area strolls, ferry rides, and outdoor family events.
Still, forecasters are watching national trends: a developing cold front could bring heavy snow to portions of the Pacific Northwest and upper Midwest between November 25 and December 3. That shift may ripple across national travel routes, affecting return trips after the holiday weekend.
Five-Day Outlook for San Francisco, CA
Wednesday: Sunny, high 64°F.
Thanksgiving Day: Mostly sunny, high 64°F.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 63°F.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 62°F.
Sunday: Sunny, high 62°F.
