San Francisco, CA – A heat advisory is in effect for downtown San Francisco until 11 p.m. today as temperatures soar to 87°F. With light west-southwest winds around 5 to 13 mph, conditions will feel hotter than usual, especially for early October. Residents are advised to take precautions against heat, including drinking plenty of water and avoiding strenuous outdoor activities during peak temperatures.
Monday night will cool down with mostly clear skies and a low around 59°F, but temperatures will remain warm for an autumn night. On Tuesday, conditions will return to seasonal norms with a high near 74°F and mostly sunny skies. West-southwest winds will stay between 5 and 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph in the afternoon, so plan accordingly if you’re outdoors.
The National Weather Service notes that Wednesday will bring a further dip in temperature, with highs around 72°F under mostly sunny skies. As the week continues, Thursday and Friday will stay partly sunny with highs near 70°F and 71°F, respectively, as San Francisco gradually cools toward the weekend.
Residents should be aware of the heat advisory and take necessary steps to stay cool, especially those in vulnerable groups such as the elderly or young children. Cooling centers are open throughout the city for those seeking relief from the heat.
Friday night could bring a slight chance of rain as temperatures drop to the mid-50s. With the weekend ahead, expect temperatures to stay in the low 70s, making for a comfortable end to the week in San Francisco.
