San Francisco, CA – A frost advisory has been issued for parts of Monterey and San Benito counties, with temperatures expected to drop as low as 32°F overnight. The advisory remains in effect from 11 p.m. Thursday until 9 a.m. Friday, impacting interior regions and higher elevations.
According to the National Weather Service, the affected areas include Southern Salinas Valley, Arroyo Seco, Lake San Antonio, the Santa Lucia Mountains, and Pinnacles National Park. Residents in these areas should prepare for frost formation, which may damage sensitive plants and pose a risk to vulnerable populations, including unhoused individuals.
Officials warn that prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures can lead to hypothermia. Residents are advised to take precautions, such as covering or bringing sensitive plants indoors and ensuring outdoor pets have adequate warmth.
While frost events are not uncommon in these regions during early spring, the cold snap underscores the need for preparedness. Motorists should also be cautious of potential icy patches on roads, particularly in rural and higher-elevation areas.
For updates on changing weather conditions, residents can check the National Weather Service website or local news outlets. The advisory is expected to expire by 9 a.m. Friday as temperatures gradually rise during the day.
