San Francisco is waking up to one of the best Sundays of the spring — sunny skies and a high near 71°F give the Bay Area a rare Karl-the-Fog-free gift today, May 31. Get out there and enjoy it while it lasts; the San Francisco weather forecast stays dry all day with just a light southwest breeze of 2 to 10 mph.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service says weak offshore ridging is keeping the marine layer pinned to the immediate coast. That means neighborhoods like Dolores Park, the Mission, Noe Valley, and the Haight should see wall-to-wall sunshine all afternoon. Temperatures top out around 71°F before easing back to near 69°F late in the day — genuinely comfortable, no jacket required inland.
Important beach alert: NWS is flagging an increased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents at Ocean Beach and other coastal spots through Tuesday morning, driven by a long-period southwest swell. Enjoy the scenery from the bluffs — these waves arrive without warning and can be deadly.
Best Window To Be Outside
Honestly, all day. Morning jogs through Golden Gate Park, afternoon picnics at Dolores Park, or an evening walk along the Embarcadero all look great. One caveat: spring pollen season is in full swing across the Bay Area, and even a light southwest breeze can carry tree and grass pollen. Keep an allergy relief nasal spray in your bag, and run a HEPA air purifier overnight at home to help you recover after a full day outside.
Gameday Weather
Two big events today. The Oakland Athletics host the New York Yankees at Sutter Health Park — an outdoor ballgame in warm, sunny conditions with barely a cloud in the sky. Tailgating weather doesn’t get much better. Gear up with an Oakland Athletics jersey and an Oakland Athletics fitted cap before you head out. Still need seats? Get tickets on SeatGeek before they’re gone.
Closer to home, the Golden State Valkyries face the Las Vegas Aces at Chase Center tonight. Indoors and climate-controlled — just bring the energy.
Concerts Coming Up
Mark your calendars: Alesso plays Bill Graham Civic Auditorium on June 5, and on June 6, Ariana Grande brings The Eternal Sunshine Tour to Oakland Arena. Snag an Ariana Grande t-shirt and Find tickets on StubHub while you can. Louis Tomlinson also hits Bill Graham Civic Auditorium on June 6.
Next Few Days
Monday is the warmest day of the week — mostly sunny with a high near 72°F. NWS says interior valleys could see another 5–10°F jump. Temperatures hold similar Tuesday through Thursday as a split upper flow keeps things stable and dry. A modest cooldown is possible toward the end of the week, pulling us back to near-normal levels — no drama, just San Francisco being San Francisco. No rain through the entire forecast period.
Dinner Tonight
A mild 71°F evening is perfect for pasta or a quick stir-fry — light enough to keep the good-day energy going without turning the kitchen into a sauna. For something more adventurous off the grill, check out this guide to smoking tri-tip like brisket — a $10 trick that works beautifully on a day like today. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
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