San Francisco is in for a legitimately gorgeous Saturday — sunny skies and a high near 67°F are on tap once Karl the Fog makes his late-morning exit, so plan your day accordingly and get outside.
Today’s Setup
The marine layer is well-established this morning, meaning early risers near Ocean Beach, the Embarcadero, or the Outer Sunset should expect low clouds and that familiar damp chill through mid-morning. The National Weather Service forecasters say coastal areas will see the fog lift by late morning, giving way to mostly sunny skies area-wide for the afternoon. Temperatures peak near 67°F — actually dipping to around 65°F by late afternoon as the sea breeze kicks in. West-southwest winds run 5 to 13 mph with gusts up to 18 mph; the Sunset and Richmond districts will feel every bit of that.
Best Window To Be Outside
Your sweet spot is roughly 11 AM to 5 PM PT. Golden Gate Park, Dolores Park, Crissy Field, and the Marin Headlands will all be stunning. It’s an ideal afternoon to set up a corn hole game set with friends in the park. Tonight cools quickly to around 51°F, so bring a layer if you’re staying out past sunset.
Events This Weekend
Tonight at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, Seven Lions kicks off his Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars Tour on May 30 — outdoor line waits should be comfortable once the fog clears. Snag a Seven Lions t-shirt to rep the show. Also on May 30, MANÁ y LOS FABULOSOS CADILLACS bring their tour to SAP Center at San Jose. Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub if you’re still on the fence.
Sunday is even better for outdoor events. The Oakland Athletics host the New York Yankees at Sutter Health Park on May 31 under sunny skies with a high near 72°F — about as close to perfect ballpark weather as you’ll find. Grab an Oakland Athletics jersey or an Oakland Athletics fitted cap before you head out. Also Sunday, the Golden State Valkyries take on the Las Vegas Aces at Chase Center on May 31 — no weather worries for that indoor showdown.
Allergy Alert
Warm, dry, breezy days like this push pollen counts up. If you’re sensitive, a pollen count face mask for time outdoors and an allergy relief nasal spray can go a long way. A HEPA air purifier at home helps when you’re back inside. Check out more tips in our outdoor gear deals section.
What To Wear
Classic SF layering protocol: light jacket for the foggy morning, t-shirt for the sunny afternoon, and something warmer for the 51°F evening. A portable bluetooth speaker rounds out any park afternoon perfectly.
Next Few Days
Sunday climbs to a high near 72°F with lighter winds — the best day of the stretch. The National Weather Service expects quietly pleasant, slightly above-normal temperatures to hold through early next week. A more organized cooling pattern could arrive by late next week, though forecasters note that any rain would likely stay well to the north.
A pasta or stir-fry is an easy, flexible call for tonight — light enough after a full day outside, and on the table fast. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered right to your door. And if the weekend has you thinking about the backyard, now’s a great time to check out the guide on how to smoke tri-tip like brisket — Sunday’s 72°F afternoon was made for it.
