2 weeks Ago By Eric Tanaka
Bay Area residents should brace themselves for a gusty Sunday, as the National Weather Service San Francisco has issued a Wind Advisory for the North Bay mountains. According to their NWS San Francisco website, the advisory covers the coastal ranges of Sonoma and Marin Counties from 11 AM until 11 PM due to strong southerly winds. The expected gusts could reach up to 45 miles per hour, potentially causing driving difficulties, especially for high-profile vehicles, and the possibility of minor tree damage and unsecured objects being blown about.
Drivers in the advisory areas are advised to exercise caution.The weather pattern for the Bay Area has more in store than just strong winds. Light rain is forecast to return Sunday into Monday, adding to the already saturated grounds from previous systems.
"A new frontal system will start coming through the region on Sunday," the National Weather Service's area forecast discussion stated, with expected rainfall totals varying across the region. These conditions may lead to further implications for outdoor plans and localized travel interruptions across the Bay Area and Central Coast, signaling residents and visitors to stay informed on the latest weather conditions.Looking ahead, the same discussion by the National Weather Service suggests that the storm track will be shifting northward mid-week, reducing the impact on the Bay Area as the bulk of the systems will be affecting the Pacific Northwest and Northern California more significantly.
Lighter showers are expected for the North Bay on Wednesday, with yet another potential system toward the end of the week that could again focus its effects on the North Bay. These predicted weather patterns highlight the need for residents to remain vigilant and prepared for changing weather conditions throughout the week.Despite the unsettled weather, temperatures are projected to stay cool near seasonal averages.
"The inland Bay Area and Central Coast warm to near the seasonal average (middle to upper 60s) on Sunday before the system knocks temperatures back down on Monday," foresees the Area Forecast Discussion by the NWS San Francisco. Locals can expect a return to average temperatures as the week unfolds, providing a brief respite from the colder weather associated with the recent storm systems.On the marine front, the NWS has issued advisories and watches for boaters over the weekend and into the next week.
A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for various areas around the Bay due to an approaching cold front that is expected to increase winds and rough seas. Gale watches have also been issued for certain northern waters on Sunday, indicating that boaters should exert extreme caution or avoid going out onto the water during these times..
