San Francisco is starting Wednesday under a patchy marine layer, but don’t let Karl fool you — mostly sunny skies and a high near 68°F are coming once the fog burns off mid-morning. The National Weather Service notes the marine layer is disjointed and running deep (1,500–2,000 feet in spots), but it should clear even along the coast and in the Sunset and Richmond districts by late morning. Grab a light jacket for the commute; you’ll peel it off by noon.
Today’s Setup
West winds build through the afternoon — 8 to 15 mph with gusts up to 24 mph across the Bay — so Crissy Field, the Embarcadero, and the Marin Headlands will feel noticeably breezy. NWS forecasters note this is the coldest day of the next seven, with coastal waters and the immediate shoreline seeing gusts of 25–45 mph. Temperatures actually dip from 68°F back toward 65°F by mid-afternoon as the sea breeze kicks in, so don’t leave that layer in the car.
Best Window To Be Outside
Aim for 10 AM to 2 PM PT for the sweetest outdoor window. Golden Gate Park, Dolores Park, and Ocean Beach will all be at their best before the afternoon wind surge. Tonight clears out nicely — mostly clear skies with a low around 52°F — so an after-dinner walk through the Mission or along the Embarcadero is perfectly comfortable with a jacket.
Allergy Alert
Warming temps and gusty westerly winds mean elevated pollen movement across the Bay Area today. If you’re a seasonal allergy sufferer, keep an allergy relief nasal spray in your bag and consider a pollen count face mask if you’re spending extended time in parks or open areas. Running a HEPA air purifier indoors tonight helps clear the air after a day of open windows.
Events & Gameday
Chase Center has a packed week:
- Tonight (May 13): Golden State Valkyries host the Chicago Sky in SoMa — grab last-minute seats on SeatGeek.
- Thursday (May 14): Romeo Santos & Prince Royce bring the Mejor Tarde Que Nunca Tour 2026 to Chase Center. Find tickets on StubHub before they sell out.
- Friday (May 15): The Florence + The Machine — Everybody Scream Tour hits Chase Center. Rep the show with a Florence + The Machine t-shirt.
Also Thursday: the Oakland Athletics host the St. Louis Cardinals at Sutter Health Park. With sunny skies and a high near 72°F on tap, baseball conditions will be about as good as it gets. Show up in an Oakland Athletics jersey or an Oakland Athletics fitted cap and soak in every inning.
Dinner Tonight
A breezy, mild Wednesday calls for something warm and fuss-free — a big pot of pasta or a quick stir-fry is exactly right for the evening. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
Thursday brings clear skies and a high near 72°F — lightest winds of the week at 2 to 10 mph from the southwest — making it the best day for outdoor plans. NWS forecasters say a gradual warming and drying trend continues into the weekend as high pressure builds. Check the San Francisco weather forecast for daily updates, and if the sunshine has you thinking about the water, now’s a great time to browse outdoor gear deals before summer crowds arrive.
