California – A soft gray sky hangs over San Francisco this morning as steady rain taps rooftops and coats the pavement with a slick November sheen. Holiday travelers making early moves across the Bay Area will feel those slowdowns immediately, especially on I-80, US-101, and the Bay Bridge where brake lights may stretch past the usual bottlenecks.
According to the National Weather Service, rain continues through late morning as a southeast wind pushes moist air into the city. Gusts could reach 20 to 25 mph at times, creating brief spray on open stretches near the waterfront. Residents heading out for early work shifts or airport runs should factor in extra minutes, as visibility dips in passing showers.
Models show this system sliding east later today, allowing clouds to thin and temperatures to edge into the low 60s by the afternoon. To be fair, the cooldown behind the system isn’t dramatic, but the crisp air signals a clear seasonal turn. Nationally, early winter patterns are gathering strength, with the potential for heavy snow—in the 3 to 15 inch bracket—across parts of the Northwest, Midwest, and Northeast from Nov. 25 through Dec. 3. Anyone flying out of SFO ahead of Thanksgiving should watch for ripple delays in snowy hubs like Denver, Chicago, and Minneapolis.
Locally, Friday turns bright and calm, ideal for leaf cleanup, errands, or early holiday decorating. Saturday stays sunny and mild. Sunday brings a light breeze and thin clouds, but travel conditions remain favorable.
Five-Day Outlook for San Francisco
Today: Rain early, clearing late. High 61.
Friday: Sunny and breezy. High 63.
Saturday: Sunny with light wind. High 64.
Sunday: Mostly sunny. High 63.
Monday: Clear and cool. High 62.
