San Francisco has been lucky with warm weather and sunny days lately, but the stormy fall weather has finally landed. Starting today, San Francisco has been experiencing an Atmospheric River, and strong winds. The rain caused minor flooding in the city, resulting in road closures in Golden Gate Park. The San Francisco Airport was also affected by the storm, with the FAA placing the airport on a ground delay due to the weather.
According to the National Weather Service, there is a slight risk of excessive rainfall that could result in possible flooding in the San Francisco Bay Area. The NWS has also stated that hazardous beach conditions are expected through Friday at 8 pm in the San Francisco Bay Area. This includes the risk of sneaker waves or rip currents, as well as large waves that could reach up to 23 feet. To stay safe, the NWS advises people to stay out of the water and not turn your back to the ocean to avoid being surprised by a wave.
Weekend forecast
Looking to the weekend, San Franciscans can expect more rain. Friday has a 30% of rain during the day, and none at night, while on Saturday there is only a slight chance of rain. Finally, for Sunday, the forecast predicts a 70% chance of rain, although the new precipitation is expected to be less than one-tenth of an inch.
You can stay up to date on the weather forecast and any weather advisories through theNational Weather Service Bay Area page. To find any power outage information, check out this PG&E Outage Center map.
In the meantime, get ready for a rainy autumn weekend in the city. If you’re looking for some cozy, indoor activities in the city, check out our rainy day guide.