Unseasonably Cold Storm Threatens Scattered Thunderstorms Through Thursday
An unseasonably cold storm system is swirling directly over Northern California, generating a bizarre mix of rough seas, mountain gales, lightning and local rain. Tonight & Wednesday: Isolated Storms & Dangerous Coastlines The Storm Threat: Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are actively moving through the North Bay and East Bay with the highest lightning threat near Napa and Livermore through tonight. Mountain Gales: Gusts of 30–40 mph (and up to 50 mph) along the coast and across the North Bay & East Bay hills tonight. Dangerous Seas: Powerful gale-force winds are building massive, rough waves of 12-15 feet through Wednesday morning. Boaters and beachgoers must use extreme caution. Beach Hazard Statement in effect until 9 AM Wednesday. Wednesday: We do it all over again. Temperatures will stay chilly, only in the 50s and 60s at the coast and 60s to low 70s inland. Another round of scattered showers and a few weak afternoon thunderstorms will pop up, especially for the interior Bay Area.
An unseasonably cold storm system is swirling directly over Northern California, generating a bizarre mix of rough seas, mountain gales, lightning and local rain. Tonight & Wednesday: Isolated Storms & Dangerous Coastlines The Storm Threat: Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are actively moving through the North Bay and East Bay with the highest lightning threat near Napa and Livermore through tonight. Mountain Gales: Gusts of 30–40 mph (and up to 50 mph) along the coast and across the North Bay & East Bay hills tonight. Dangerous Seas: Powerful gale-force winds are building massive, rough waves of 12-15 feet through Wednesday morning. Boaters and beachgoers must use extreme caution. Beach Hazard Statement in effect until 9 AM Wednesday. Wednesday: We do it all over again. Temperatures will stay chilly, only in the 50s and 60s at the coast and 60s to low 70s inland. Another round of scattered showers and a few weak afternoon thunderstorms will pop up, especially for the interior Bay Area.
Gusty winds
The cool weather pattern will be reinforced by a system moving in from the north. Patchy drizzle could return early Tuesday morning. The afternoon forecast features partly sunny skies. Highs should range from the mid 50s to the low 70s. Winds will also be increasing later in the day. Gusts could approach 40 mph.
The cool weather pattern will be reinforced by a system moving in from the north. Patchy drizzle could return early Tuesday morning. The afternoon forecast features partly sunny skies. Highs should range from the mid 50s to the low 70s. Winds will also be increasing later in the day. Gusts could approach 40 mph.
Weather Forecast for Monday, May 25
A big serving of clouds will blanket most of the Bay Area Monday morning. Spotty drizzle could also return. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. The cooling trend continues. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the low 70s.
A big serving of clouds will blanket most of the Bay Area Monday morning. Spotty drizzle could also return. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. The cooling trend continues. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the low 70s.
Cooler Memorial Day
A big serving of clouds will blanket most of the Bay Area Monday morning. Spotty drizzle could also return. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. The cooling trend continues. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the low 70s.
A big serving of clouds will blanket most of the Bay Area Monday morning. Spotty drizzle could also return. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. The cooling trend continues. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the low 70s.
Beach Blanket Chills: Coast stays locked in the 50s for the Holiday Weekend
Sunday: Expect carbon-copy weather. The only change is that the North Bay fog will clear out a little earlier in the morning compared to today. West winds 10-20 MPH Memorial Day Monday: The marine layer gets even deeper, pushing thick fog way inland. Widespread morning clouds will be slow to clear. Expect cool, cloudy beaches in the 50s, bayshores in the low 60s, and only the furthest interior spots reaching the 70s. Tuesday: A low-pressure system is now expected to pass to our north, which will cut off our ocean air and trigger a dry, northwesterly breeze. This wind shift will cause temperatures to warm on Tuesday, kicking off a modest warming trend.
Sunday: Expect carbon-copy weather. The only change is that the North Bay fog will clear out a little earlier in the morning compared to today. West winds 10-20 MPH Memorial Day Monday: The marine layer gets even deeper, pushing thick fog way inland. Widespread morning clouds will be slow to clear. Expect cool, cloudy beaches in the 50s, bayshores in the low 60s, and only the furthest interior spots reaching the 70s. Tuesday: A low-pressure system is now expected to pass to our north, which will cut off our ocean air and trigger a dry, northwesterly breeze. This wind shift will cause temperatures to warm on Tuesday, kicking off a modest warming trend.
Holiday Cool-Down: Widespread Fog Floods the Bay for Memorial Day Weekend
Tonight: The fog is moving fast. Thick low clouds are currently spilling through the Petaluma Gap, the Golden Gate, and across the Monterey Bay region. Only the highest mountain peaks and the far eastern edge of Contra Costa County will escape the gray blanket by morning. Saturday & Sunday: Expect a gray start to the holiday weekend. Low clouds will be slow to clear each morning, keeping afternoon temperatures very seasonal. Expect upper 50s to mid-60s on the coast, 60s to low 70s around the Bay, and upper 70s to mid-80s far inland. Patchy coastal drizzle is possible both nights. Memorial Day Monday: We start mild, but a cold front approaches late in the day, cranking up the afternoon ocean breezes. No Coastal clearing in the 50s, unseasonably cool Inland in the low to mid 70s. Breezy. Tuesday: The cold front sweeps through from north to south. It will bring much cooler temperatures and a round of widespread drizzle or light rain to the Bay Area and Central Coast. Enjoy your holiday weekend, but be safe!
Tonight: The fog is moving fast. Thick low clouds are currently spilling through the Petaluma Gap, the Golden Gate, and across the Monterey Bay region. Only the highest mountain peaks and the far eastern edge of Contra Costa County will escape the gray blanket by morning. Saturday & Sunday: Expect a gray start to the holiday weekend. Low clouds will be slow to clear each morning, keeping afternoon temperatures very seasonal. Expect upper 50s to mid-60s on the coast, 60s to low 70s around the Bay, and upper 70s to mid-80s far inland. Patchy coastal drizzle is possible both nights. Memorial Day Monday: We start mild, but a cold front approaches late in the day, cranking up the afternoon ocean breezes. No Coastal clearing in the 50s, unseasonably cool Inland in the low to mid 70s. Breezy. Tuesday: The cold front sweeps through from north to south. It will bring much cooler temperatures and a round of widespread drizzle or light rain to the Bay Area and Central Coast. Enjoy your holiday weekend, but be safe!
The Fog Fights Back: Marine Layer Expands Inland for the Holiday Weekend
The weather tug-of-war is shifting and our natural air conditioning is gaining ground. The marine layer has deepened to around 1,000–1,500 feet, sending fingers of thick fog into the interior valleys. The Forecast: Day-by-Day Tonight: The fog is expanding. Stratus is already hugging the immediate coast, moving through the Golden Gate toward Berkeley. Expect a gray, souggy blanket to fill most inland valleys by early Friday morning . Friday Afternoon: Temperatures begin to drop across the board. The coast stays crisp in the upper 50s to low-60s, while inland valleys drop from the 90s back into the upper 70s and mid-80s. The Memorial Day Weekend: The marine layer deepens even further to 1,500 feet. Expect seasonal, comfortable temperatures alongside the threat of late-night and early-morning coastal drizzle.
The weather tug-of-war is shifting and our natural air conditioning is gaining ground. The marine layer has deepened to around 1,000–1,500 feet, sending fingers of thick fog into the interior valleys. The Forecast: Day-by-Day Tonight: The fog is expanding. Stratus is already hugging the immediate coast, moving through the Golden Gate toward Berkeley. Expect a gray, souggy blanket to fill most inland valleys by early Friday morning . Friday Afternoon: Temperatures begin to drop across the board. The coast stays crisp in the upper 50s to low-60s, while inland valleys drop from the 90s back into the upper 70s and mid-80s. The Memorial Day Weekend: The marine layer deepens even further to 1,500 feet. Expect seasonal, comfortable temperatures alongside the threat of late-night and early-morning coastal drizzle.
Another hot forecast inland
The Bay Area microclimates are resurfacing. Patchy fog will return and will keep coastal neighborhoods in the cool 60s. We are expecting another round of hot temperatures inland. The entire Bay Area will be cooling over the weekend.
The Bay Area microclimates are resurfacing. Patchy fog will return and will keep coastal neighborhoods in the cool 60s. We are expecting another round of hot temperatures inland. The entire Bay Area will be cooling over the weekend.
Warmer forecast
Your Tuesday forecast features mostly sunny skies and warmer temperatures. Highs should range from the low 70s near the coast to the low 90s inland. The warm to hot pattern remains in place through Thursday, Temperatures will be cooling over the holiday weekend.
Your Tuesday forecast features mostly sunny skies and warmer temperatures. Highs should range from the low 70s near the coast to the low 90s inland. The warm to hot pattern remains in place through Thursday, Temperatures will be cooling over the holiday weekend.
Warmer forecast
Your Tuesday forecast features mostly sunny skies and warmer temperatures. Highs should range from the low 70s near the coast to the low 90s inland. The warm to hot pattern remains in place through Thursday, Temperatures will be cooling over the the holiday weekend.
Your Tuesday forecast features mostly sunny skies and warmer temperatures. Highs should range from the low 70s near the coast to the low 90s inland. The warm to hot pattern remains in place through Thursday, Temperatures will be cooling over the the holiday weekend.
Warmer Monday
The breezy windy pattern remains in place. Gusts could approach 50 mph in the Bay Area Hills Monday morning. The Monday forecast also features warmer temperatures. Highs should range from the low 70s to the upper 80s. The warm to hot stretch will highlight our forecast this week. Inland spots will warm into the low 90s. We will also be monitoring the fire danger.
The breezy windy pattern remains in place. Gusts could approach 50 mph in the Bay Area Hills Monday morning. The Monday forecast also features warmer temperatures. Highs should range from the low 70s to the upper 80s. The warm to hot stretch will highlight our forecast this week. Inland spots will warm into the low 90s. We will also be monitoring the fire danger.
Another beautiful day, but concerns remain
Spectacular temperatures in store for most today. However, we are not worry free. A Red Flag Warning continues in Solano County for dry, breezy conditions. A Wind Advisory is expected for Bay Area hills starting at 11pm tonight. A Coastal Flood Advisory for North Bay low lying areas. Closer to the shore, Hazardous conditions continue along our coast with an increased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents lasting until tomorrow morning.
Spectacular temperatures in store for most today. However, we are not worry free. A Red Flag Warning continues in Solano County for dry, breezy conditions. A Wind Advisory is expected for Bay Area hills starting at 11pm tonight. A Coastal Flood Advisory for North Bay low lying areas. Closer to the shore, Hazardous conditions continue along our coast with an increased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents lasting until tomorrow morning.
Wind whipped weather creating hazardous conditions today
Breezy to windy weather will continue through the weekend, especially along the coast where gusts could reach 40 - 50 mph. A Wind Advisory is in effect for coastal areas through early Sunday morning (excluding Santa Cruz). Beach conditions will also be hazardous through Monday morning due to strong winds and surf. Fire weather concerns remain elevated through Monday with a Red Flag Warning for Solano County.
Breezy to windy weather will continue through the weekend, especially along the coast where gusts could reach 40 - 50 mph. A Wind Advisory is in effect for coastal areas through early Sunday morning (excluding Santa Cruz). Beach conditions will also be hazardous through Monday morning due to strong winds and surf. Fire weather concerns remain elevated through Monday with a Red Flag Warning for Solano County.
"Weekend Weather Danger: High Fire Risks Inland, Turbulent Conditions at the Coast
A dry "inside slider" is dropping south from the Pacific Northwest tightening pressure gradients. This setup has triggered a Red Flag Warning for Solano County Saturday - Monday. Winds: North winds will track 20 - 30 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph (and up to 50 mph around the Delta gap). Any fire that sparks this weekend will grow and spread rapidly. High temps 60s to low 80s. Outdoor burning is strictly discouraged and drivers should avoid parking vehicles on dry grass. A Beach Hazards Statement for dangerous coastal conditions through Monday. Special Warning: Bay to Breakers participants to completely stay out of the water at Ocean Beach this weekend. High tidal swings could also trap walkers against the cliffs. Stay off the rocks and jetties! Coastal Flood Advisory 10 PM SATURDAY - 3 AM TUESDAY. WHAT: Up to 1.0 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. WHERE: Bayshore locations along the San Pablo Bay. WHEN: From 10 PM Saturday to 3 AM Tuesday.
A dry "inside slider" is dropping south from the Pacific Northwest tightening pressure gradients. This setup has triggered a Red Flag Warning for Solano County Saturday - Monday. Winds: North winds will track 20 - 30 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph (and up to 50 mph around the Delta gap). Any fire that sparks this weekend will grow and spread rapidly. High temps 60s to low 80s. Outdoor burning is strictly discouraged and drivers should avoid parking vehicles on dry grass. A Beach Hazards Statement for dangerous coastal conditions through Monday. Special Warning: Bay to Breakers participants to completely stay out of the water at Ocean Beach this weekend. High tidal swings could also trap walkers against the cliffs. Stay off the rocks and jetties! Coastal Flood Advisory 10 PM SATURDAY - 3 AM TUESDAY. WHAT: Up to 1.0 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. WHERE: Bayshore locations along the San Pablo Bay. WHEN: From 10 PM Saturday to 3 AM Tuesday.
Stronger winds
More sunshine in your Friday forecast. The mild to warm pattern remains in place. Highs should range from mid 60s to the mid 80s. We expecting stronger winds in the weekend forecast. Gusts could approach 50 mph in parts of the Bay Area. The dry wind will also boost fire danger. A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for parts of Northern California (including Solano County).
More sunshine in your Friday forecast. The mild to warm pattern remains in place. Highs should range from mid 60s to the mid 80s. We expecting stronger winds in the weekend forecast. Gusts could approach 50 mph in parts of the Bay Area. The dry wind will also boost fire danger. A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for parts of Northern California (including Solano County).
The KTVU Weather Department talks about El Nino and the Bay Area
An El Niño event has an 82% probability of developing by July 2026 and a 96% chance of lasting through the Northern Hemisphere winter, with potential for a "super" El Niño. This pattern is expected to suppress Atlantic hurricane activity while increasing global temperature records and enhancing precipitation in the southern U.S
An El Niño event has an 82% probability of developing by July 2026 and a 96% chance of lasting through the Northern Hemisphere winter, with potential for a "super" El Niño. This pattern is expected to suppress Atlantic hurricane activity while increasing global temperature records and enhancing precipitation in the southern U.S
Gorgeous today, winds crank up Friday throught the weekend
Today: Sunny & Warm Enjoy a beautiful spring afternoon! Temperatures are warming up into the 60s and 70s near the coast and the 80s to near 90 inland. Tonight: Skies will stay mostly clear and dry, with only a small chance of patchy fog right at the coast. Few 40s, mainly overnight temps in the 50s. Friday & Weekend: The calm weather ends tomorrow as a strong wind machine turns on. Sunny skies with cooler temperatures. West winds increase 20 - 30 mph with the potential of a Wind Advisory for the weekend. Hazardous Seas: Very strong winds over the ocean will create dangerous marine conditions starting Friday. Boaters and swimmers should use extreme caution. Gusty Land Winds: Expect a big jump in winds along the immediate coast and up in the mountains through the weekend. Elevated Fire Warning (Weekend through Monday) The Dry Out: A very dry air mass is moving in. Humidity levels are going to plummet during each day and will stay unusually low at night.
Today: Sunny & Warm Enjoy a beautiful spring afternoon! Temperatures are warming up into the 60s and 70s near the coast and the 80s to near 90 inland. Tonight: Skies will stay mostly clear and dry, with only a small chance of patchy fog right at the coast. Few 40s, mainly overnight temps in the 50s. Friday & Weekend: The calm weather ends tomorrow as a strong wind machine turns on. Sunny skies with cooler temperatures. West winds increase 20 - 30 mph with the potential of a Wind Advisory for the weekend. Hazardous Seas: Very strong winds over the ocean will create dangerous marine conditions starting Friday. Boaters and swimmers should use extreme caution. Gusty Land Winds: Expect a big jump in winds along the immediate coast and up in the mountains through the weekend. Elevated Fire Warning (Weekend through Monday) The Dry Out: A very dry air mass is moving in. Humidity levels are going to plummet during each day and will stay unusually low at night.
El Niño Explainer: Conditions return this year
El Niño is a natural recurring climate pattern that has its origins in the Pacific Ocean. The pattern will return this year as conditions change. KTVU Chief Meteorologist dives in on what this means.
El Niño is a natural recurring climate pattern that has its origins in the Pacific Ocean. The pattern will return this year as conditions change. KTVU Chief Meteorologist dives in on what this means.
Warmer weather blowing this way
Thursday: Warming day. Inland valleys jump into the upper 70s to upper 80s. Coastal areas stay cool in the upper 50s to lower 60s. Friday: Inland temperatures hold steady in the 80s. Coastal zones begin cooling as onshore flow increases. Saturday & Sunday: The incoming trough drops inland temperatures back down to the 70s and low 80s. Weekend Peak: Extreme northwesterly gusts will exceed 40 mph on Saturday. Impact Areas: High confidence for damaging gusts along the coast, the Salinas Valley, and the Mayacama, Santa Cruz, and Santa Lucia mountains. Marine Alert: Expect Wind Advisories, Beach Hazards Statements, or High Surf Advisories due to dangerous, wind-driven waves.
Thursday: Warming day. Inland valleys jump into the upper 70s to upper 80s. Coastal areas stay cool in the upper 50s to lower 60s. Friday: Inland temperatures hold steady in the 80s. Coastal zones begin cooling as onshore flow increases. Saturday & Sunday: The incoming trough drops inland temperatures back down to the 70s and low 80s. Weekend Peak: Extreme northwesterly gusts will exceed 40 mph on Saturday. Impact Areas: High confidence for damaging gusts along the coast, the Salinas Valley, and the Mayacama, Santa Cruz, and Santa Lucia mountains. Marine Alert: Expect Wind Advisories, Beach Hazards Statements, or High Surf Advisories due to dangerous, wind-driven waves.
Stronger winds Wednesday
A system will clip Northern California Wednesday. After some clouds in the morning, sunshine returns during the afternoon. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the upper 70s. Winds will be increasing. Gusts could approach 40 mph.
A system will clip Northern California Wednesday. After some clouds in the morning, sunshine returns during the afternoon. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the upper 70s. Winds will be increasing. Gusts could approach 40 mph.