San Francisco, CA – Bay Area residents should brace for a gusty Friday as strong afternoon winds threaten to disrupt travel and outdoor activities. The National Weather Service warns that gusts could reach up to 31 mph in San Francisco, with the highest winds expected between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Friday.
According to the National Weather Service, the day will start sunny with highs near 74°F before winds from the west increase to 17 to 22 mph in the afternoon, with gusts pushing above 30 mph. Evening events, ferry crossings, and bridge travel could see delays or hazards, especially along exposed routes like the Golden Gate Bridge and Highway 1.
Thursday will serve as a breezy warm-up, but Friday’s winds will be the week’s peak hazard. Calmer, sunnier conditions return Saturday and Sunday, with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s—ideal for outdoor dining, farmers markets, and waterfront walks without battling wind gusts.
Winds are expected to ease into next week, but residents should monitor for updated advisories, especially if planning coastal activities.
Five Day San Francisco, CA Forecast:
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy early, then sunny and breezy. High 69°F, low 58°F
- Friday: Sunny, winds increasing in afternoon to gusts near 31 mph. High 74°F, low 60°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and breezy. High 71°F, low 58°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny. High 67°F, low 56°F
- Monday: Sunny. High 68°F, low 56°F
