Eureka, California – Winds are expected to pick up across Humboldt County on Friday, marking a breezy start to an otherwise calm Memorial Day weekend. North winds may reach 18 mph by Friday evening, especially near exposed roads like Highway 101 and coastal corridors.
According to the National Weather Service office in Eureka, skies will begin cloudy Friday morning before clearing gradually, with a high near 58°F. Winds from the north will build to 10 mph by afternoon, making for choppy coastal conditions and potential difficulty for high-profile vehicles on north-south routes.
Heading into the weekend, conditions become increasingly summerlike. Saturday and Sunday are expected to remain mostly sunny with highs around 59°F and 61°F, respectively. Sunday night brings only a slight chance of showers after 11 p.m., but Memorial Day itself is shaping up beautifully — sunny with a high near 62°F and calm breezes.
Travelers should monitor coastal wind advisories Friday and plan accordingly, especially RVs and trailers navigating Highway 101. Boaters should check marine conditions before launching.
Looking ahead, early next week remains mild: mostly cloudy Monday night with lows near 50°F, then partly sunny skies Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the low 60s.
5-Day Forecast Preview:
- Friday: Cloudy early, then clear. High 58°F. Winds up to 18 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 59°F.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 61°F. Slight chance of late showers.
- Memorial Day (Monday): Sunny, high near 62°F.
- Tuesday-Wednesday: Dry and seasonable, highs near 62°F.
Stay weather-aware and check for updates as winds strengthen through Friday afternoon.
