San Francisco is waking up to one of the finest days of late spring — sunny skies, a high near 82°F, and light winds make Tuesday, May 19 an exceptional day to be outside. Head out, plan your evening, but keep an eye on pollen. Track the latest on the San Francisco weather forecast.
Today’s Setup
Karl the Fog is officially off duty. The National Weather Service is calling for clear skies all day, with temperatures peaking near 82°F before easing to around 77°F by late afternoon as a north-northwest breeze of 2 to 12 mph fills in — gusts up to 18 mph are possible. San Francisco’s microclimates will be doing their thing: the Outer Sunset and Ocean Beach will settle in the mid-60s to low 70s, while Noe Valley, the Mission, and the East Bay valleys push comfortably into the low 80s.
Best Window To Be Outside
Midday through early afternoon is peak warmth. The Embarcadero, Dolores Park, and Golden Gate Park will be gorgeous today — pack sunscreen and make the most of it. If you’ve been eyeing a round of golf, this is your morning. Check out outdoor gear deals for sun-protection options before you head out, including the UPF 50+ Fishing Shirts for $6.50: Best Sun Protection Deal — all-day coverage without the constant sunscreen reapply.
BTS at Stanford Stadium Tonight
If you’re heading to the BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’ at Stanford Stadium tonight, you picked the right night. Stanford Stadium is open-air and conditions will be ideal — clear skies, temperatures dropping to the upper 60s by showtime, with light winds. Still need seats? Find tickets on StubHub before they disappear.
Allergy Alert
Warm temps, high pressure, and minimal wind are a dream for outdoor plans — and a nightmare for allergy sufferers. Bay Area grass and tree pollen will run elevated today. Before heading out, grab some Zyrtec 24 hour allergy 90 count and toss an allergy relief nasal spray in your bag. If you’re spending extended time outside in parks or near the hills, a pollen count face mask is worth the small hassle.
Weekend Plans: BottleRock Napa Valley
BottleRock Napa Valley kicks off at Napa Valley Expo on May 22 — and early forecasts look favorable. Get tickets on SeatGeek while availability holds, and grab a BottleRock Napa Valley t-shirt to complete your festival look.
Dinner Tonight
A warm Tuesday evening like this calls for something light and fresh — pasta primavera or a quick veggie stir-fry fits perfectly. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door. Keep that allergy relief nasal spray close by if you’ve been sneezing all day.
Next Few Days
Wednesday stays sunny with a slightly cooler high near 73°F and a west-southwest breeze of 2 to 9 mph — still a beautiful day around the Bay. The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures gradually returning to seasonal norms heading into the latter half of the week. Enjoy this warm stretch while it lasts; June gloom never stays away for long in San Francisco.
