• Northern California Weather 3/9 Morning - Clear Skies
    Mar 9 2026
    Good morning. Northern California. I'm Michael Mosby. Step outside right now and you'll feel 50 degrees under clear skies. Enjoy that crispness while it lasts. Because we're about to flip the script. A massive warming trend is building across Northern California. By the weekend, we're talking temperatures in the low 80s inland. In early March. Yeah, you read that right. **Here's how today sets it up.** The Bay Area wakes up to patchy fog before 10 A.M., then sunshine takes over. Temperatures climb to 67 degrees around 2 P.M. Northwest winds stay gentle at 2 to 9 miles an hour. Tonight drops to 50 under mostly clear skies. Push inland to the Central Valley and the warmth really cranks up. Sunny skies drive temperatures to 76 degrees by mid-afternoon. Light winds keep things calm. Tonight cools to 47, then actually rises to 49 overnight as warm air settles in. That's not a typo — temperatures climbing after midnight. **Now let's talk about the week ahead.** Tuesday brings a brief cooldown — mid-60s along the coast, low 70s inland. Some clouds drift through, but nothing dramatic. Wednesday the warming trend resumes. Thursday hits 79 degrees in the valleys. Friday reaches 78. The weekend? Here comes 80 to 82 degrees across the Central Valley. The Bay Area stays slightly cooler in the low 70s, but that's still well above normal for early March. High pressure ridging dominates the Western U.S. Through next week. No rain in sight. Temperatures keep climbing. By the weekend, we could approach record territory in some spots. The spring equinox is 11 days away. And the weather's giving us a sneak preview. If you've been holding onto your winter coat, you can officially retire it for the season. See you this afternoon.
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  • Northern California Weather 3/8 Midday - 46° Above Normal
    Mar 8 2026
    Good afternoon. Northern California. I'm Matt Mullins. Spring just crashed the party two weeks early. We're running 46 degrees above normal today. And honestly? I'm not complaining. Step outside in the Bay Area right now and you're greeted by 65 degrees and pure sunshine. By this afternoon, you'll hit 76 before a light breeze nudges things back to the upper 60s. Tonight drops to 51 under clear skies — perfect for leaving the windows cracked. Push inland to the Central Valley and it gets even better. Highs near 78 this afternoon with barely a whisper of wind. Tonight settles around 51 degrees. For the week. Monday brings a slight cooldown as a weak system slides south of us. Bay Area highs drop to 67. The Valley cools to 76. Still sunny, just less aggressive about it. Tuesday stays mild — mid 60s at the coast, low 70s inland. Some clouds work in, but no rain. Wednesday kicks off a warming trend that builds straight through next weekend. Highs climb back to the upper 60s coastside and mid 70s inland. By Thursday and Friday. Here comes upper 70s inland, near 80 in some spots. The coast holds in the low 70s. The weekend looks gorgeous. Highs reach the upper 70s to low 80s across the interior, with coastal areas in the low 70s. Clear skies and light winds make it perfect outdoor weather. One quick note — Daylight Saving Time begins tonight. Spring forward one hour before bed. The spring equinox is just 12 days away. And honestly, it feels like it's already here. Dry weather continues all week. No rain in sight. See you this evening.
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  • Northern California Weather 3/8 Morning - 46° Above Normal
    Mar 8 2026
    Good morning. Northern California. I'm Michael Nally. Step outside right now and you're greeted by 49 degrees under clear skies. That mild start? Just the opening act. Today is all sunshine and warmth — running a solid 46 degrees above normal for early March. The Bay Area climbs to 76 degrees by mid-afternoon. Perfect weather for a lazy Sunday stroll if you ask me. The Central Valley pushes even warmer, topping out near 78. Light morning air gives way to northwest breezes by afternoon, gusting to 18 miles an hour along the coast. Tonight stays mild. The Bay Area eases to 53 degrees. The Central Valley settles near 50. Clear skies stick around. Monday brings a slight cooldown as weak onshore flow returns. Bay Area highs fall back to 66. The Central Valley still reaches 78. A few clouds drift in by afternoon, but no rain in sight. Tuesday marks the coolest day — mid-60s along the coast, low 70s inland. Northwest winds gust to 20 miles an hour across the Valley. Then warmth builds back in. Wednesday through Saturday, high pressure takes firm control. Sunshine dominates with coastal highs climbing into the low to mid-70s. The Central Valley warms into the upper 70s to low 80s by week's end. Thursday and Friday look especially toasty — some inland spots could touch 80 degrees. No rain through next weekend. Dry conditions continue as we head deeper into March. The spring equinox is just 12 days away. We're gaining daylight too — sunrise at 7:29 this morning, sunset at 46 degrees:46 degrees tonight. Enjoy the warmth while it lasts. See you this afternoon.
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  • Northern California Weather 3/7 Evening - Heat Wave Hangover
    Mar 8 2026
    Good evening. Northern California. I'm Michael Nally. Step outside and you might think summer arrived early. We're sitting at 73 degrees under clear skies right now. That's a solid 46 degrees above normal for early March. This isn't just a warm day. It's an opening act for a toasty weekend. Down in the Bay Area, you're waking up to a mild 56 degrees. Don't let that fool you. By mid-afternoon, we rocket to 75. Tonight stays unusually warm with lows barely dipping to 56. Sunday brings more of the same: sunny and 76 degrees. Head inland to the Central Valley and the heat is really on. Sacramento and Stockton start at 48 degrees this morning. But by 4 PM, you'll hit 78. That feels like summer. Tonight stays mild with lows around 49. Sunday peaks at 78 again. Just watch for gusts up to 20 miles an hour this evening near the Delta. This warmth is sticking around. A stubborn ridge of high pressure is parked offshore. It's blocking every storm and pumping in dry air. That means no rain is in sight through next weekend. We stay 46 degrees above average all week. A quick heads-up for the southern mountains. Gusty winds and low humidity mean elevated fire risk through tonight. If you're on the water. Small Craft Advisories kick in Sunday north of the Golden Gate. The equinox is just 13 days away. We're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight daily. Sunrise is at 6:30 AM, with sunset at 6:06 PM. That gives you plenty of time to enjoy the evening. If you're craving summer, you're getting an early preview. Highs push toward 80 by midweek. See you tomorrow.
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  • Northern California Weather 3/6 Morning - High Wind Watch
    Mar 6 2026
    Good morning. Northern California. I'm Aaron Jolly. Sunshine floods the region today, but here's the twist. Winds are about to make things interesting. The Bay Area hits 72 degrees this afternoon under brilliant blue skies. Sounds perfect, right? Except those north-northwest winds gust to 28 miles an hour through the morning. That's the kind of breeze that'll find every gap in your jacket. Head inland to the Central Valley and Here comes 70 degrees with even fiercer gusts — 31 miles an hour. High-profile vehicles, take it slow out there. Now here's where it gets wild. Up in the Sierra Nevada and Tehachapi peaks, winds scream to 50 miles an hour above 8,000 feet. A Wind Advisory runs through Saturday night. Down in the Mojave Desert? Gusts could hit 70 miles an hour by this evening. That's not wind — that's a freight train. A High Wind Watch is posted through Saturday evening. Tonight stays breezy. The Bay Area drops to 55 degrees under clear skies. The Central Valley cools to 47 degrees. Winds ease slightly but keep rattling around overnight. Saturday cranks up the warmth even more. The Bay Area reaches 77 degrees. The Central Valley climbs to 79 degrees. Sunshine dominates. And those gusty winds finally back off Saturday night. Looking ahead. Sunday peaks near 76 around the Bay and 78 inland. Some patchy fog develops Sunday night along the coast. Monday eases back slightly — 69 degrees near the Bay, 76 in the Valley. Dry weather holds through the week with highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. Secure anything loose outside today. Your trash cans have plans to relocate. See you tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast See you tomorrow.
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  • Northern California Weather 3/5 Evening - Frosty Fling, Sunny Swing
    Mar 6 2026
    Good evening. Northern California. I'm Aaron Jolly. Here comes the "inside slider." That's a low-pressure system sliding down the backside of the Sierra Nevada. And it's setting the stage for a serious warm-up. This pattern drives classic offshore winds, pushing that dry air right over the mountains into our neighborhoods. The big headline today is the wind. A High Wind Warning is in effect for the San Gabriel Mountains and the Highway 42 degrees Corridor starting at 2 A.M. Friday and lasting until 3 P.M. Saturday. We're talking about northeast winds hitting 30 to 40 miles an hour, with gusts up to 65. A High Wind Watch is also up for the San Bernardino County Mountains and the Inland Empire from late Friday night through Saturday afternoon. If you live in these zones, secure those loose patio chairs now and prepare for possible power outages. This wind will find every gap in your insulation. Down in the Bay Area. Here comes a sunny and breezy afternoon. Highs reach the mid-60s. Northwest winds will gust 25 to 35 miles an hour, with even stronger blasts along the coastal peaks. Tonight stays clear with lows in the low 50s. The Central Valley sees similar sunshine. Highs top out near 66 degrees. North-northwest winds will be gusty, around 20 miles an hour. Keep an eye out for patchy fog along the Highway 79 degrees corridor early Friday morning. Looking ahead, the warming trend takes over. Saturday brings highs near 78 degrees in the Valley and the Bay Area. Sunday is the pick of the week, with upper 70s to near 80 degrees inland. We stay well above normal through next Wednesday — dry, sunny. And beautiful. Charge your phones before those winds hit Friday night. See you tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast See you tomorrow.
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  • Northern California Weather March 5 Midday - High Wind Watch
    Mar 5 2026
    Good afternoon. Northern California. I'm Aaron Jolly. The wind found you today, didn't it? Gusts are punching 20 to 30 miles an hour across the region. And they're sticking around through the weekend. In the next 24 hours. Down in the Bay Area, you're sitting at 66 degrees right now, but that northwest wind makes it feel sharper than the thermometer says. Tonight drops to 52 under clear skies. Friday warms to 73, but those gusts keep hitting 30 miles an hour. Head inland to the Central Valley and it's the same 66 degrees, but the wind's meaner here — near 30 miles an hour. Tonight falls to 45. Friday climbs to 70 with those gusty north winds refusing to quit. Here's what's happening. A low pressure system rolled through Wednesday. Now a ridge is building over the eastern Pacific, creating a pressure gradient that's funneling strong north winds straight across Northern California through Saturday. Friday brings the strongest punch. Coastal areas and higher elevations could see gusts hitting 50 miles an hour. The valleys stay in the 20 to 35 mile an hour range. Secure anything that might take flight. Saturday kicks off a warming trend. Highs reach the upper 70s, with some spots near 80. Sunday gets even warmer — the warmest day of the week. Inland valleys push into the upper 70s and low 80s. The coast stays cooler in the upper 60s and low 70s. Early next week brings slight cooling as onshore flow returns, but temperatures stay above normal through Wednesday. Dry conditions continue — no rain in sight. Tonight's Full Moon rises under clear skies. We're gaining 2 minutes and 29 seconds of daylight each day now, with the spring equinox just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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  • Northern California Weather March 5 Morning - High Wind Warning
    Mar 5 2026
    Good morning. Northern California. I'm Aaron Jolly. Feel that breeze picking up? It's about to get rowdy. A dry system is dragging gusty north winds through the region. And those gusts are going to stick around all day. But here's the twist. This wind is cranking up the heat for the weekend. In the next 24 hours. We're starting at 46 degrees under clear skies. Barely cooled off overnight — we only dipped to 45. In the Bay Area, you're looking at wall-to-wall sunshine today. High of 67 degrees. But those north winds? They're gusting over 30 miles an hour at times. Think papers flying, trash cans rolling. Tonight stays clear with a low of 52. Down in the Central Valley, same deal. Sunny skies, high near 66. And those same pushy winds. Tonight drops to 45 under mostly clear skies. Now here's where it gets good. Tomorrow the warm-up kicks in. Bay Area climbs to 73. Valley hits 70. Then Saturday? Both regions surge to 78 degrees. That's 42 degrees warmer than normal for early March. Spring preview mode, folks. Sunday stays toasty in the mid-70s before we ease back to the upper 60s Monday and Tuesday. One heads-up for travelers. Wind advisories are up for the mountains and desert through this evening. Gusts could top 50 miles an hour in exposed areas. Take it slow if you're heading that way. Full moon rises tonight. With these clear skies, it'll be a beauty. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. And the spring equinox is just two weeks out. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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