Warm Weather Continues Across Bay Area

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The Bay Area and Central Coast are experiencing above-normal temperatures due to offshore flow, with the potential for some rain showers on Sunday as a larger-scale weather pattern moves in. Saturday is expected to bring more cloud cover, but temperatures could still reach the 70s and 80s across the region.

Why it matters

Unseasonably warm weather can impact energy usage, outdoor activities, and agricultural operations. The potential for rain on Sunday could provide some relief, but also raises concerns about potential flooding or other weather-related issues.

The details

Temperatures have exceeded expectations in the Bay Area and Central Coast due to offshore flow, leading to adjustments in forecasted high temperatures for the rest of the week. The fog threat is limited overnight due to mixing in the planetary boundary layer. On Saturday, cloud cover is expected to increase as a larger weather pattern moves in, with a chance of light showers in the North Bay. However, temperatures are still likely to reach the 70s and 80s across the region. There is a 15-20% chance of precipitation in the North Bay late Saturday into Sunday, with a 10% chance of isolated thunderstorms.

• Overnight Friday, clear skies with areas of Bay fog are expected, leading to cooler local temperatures.
• Saturday morning, a few sprinkles are possible in the North Bay during the pre-dawn hours.
• Saturday afternoon, widespread 70 and 80-degree weather is forecasted across the region.
• Late Saturday into Sunday, a 15-20% chance of precipitation is forecasted for the North Bay, with a 10% chance of thunderstorms.

What’s next

Weather forecasters will continue to monitor the potential for rain on Sunday and provide updates as the system approaches the region.