Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve Weather
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Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve covers 467 acres of grassland, chaparral, and oak woodland on a low ridge just east of Interstate 280, between Redwood City and Woodside. San Mateo County Parks manages it, and its serpentine grasslands are known for spring wildflowers. The county names it as one of four sites, with San Bruno Mountain, Coyote Ridge, and Kirby Canyon, where the endangered Bay checkerspot butterfly lives. From the central ridge you look west to the Crystal Springs Lakes and Skyline Ridge and east over the bay.
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Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve weather today and through the year
It's 52°F at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve right now (feels like 49°F), with 6 mph wind and a comfort score of 76. Monday's forecast high at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve is 55°F, 10°F below the mid November normal of 65°F. No fog in the forecast for today at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve. In November, 12% of morning hours here are foggy on average. The best window today is 9 AM to noon, at about 53°F with a 6 mph wind (comfort 51).
August is the warmest month at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, with an average high of 79°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 40°F. December is the wettest month (4.5 in.), out of about 22.8 in. a year. By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve are September, June, and July. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in June, and 10 AM to 1 PM in July.
What sets Edgewood apart from its wooded neighbors is how little shade it has. Much of the park is open grassland and chaparral. The county notes that the chaparral grows on the central ridge's warm western slope, while oak woodland and fern-filled gullies keep to the cooler eastern side. On a summer afternoon the Ridgeview and Sunset trails along the ridge's sunny south side run much hotter than the Live Oak and Sylvan trails in the trees.
Forecast updated November 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM PST. Climate figures come from NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Hourly patterns come from NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from September 2014 to April 2026.
What to expect at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve in the next few days
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Fog
No fog in the forecast for today at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve. In November, 12% of morning hours here are foggy on average.
Best time to go
The best window today is 9 AM to noon, at about 53°F with a 6 mph wind (comfort 51).
Hiking conditions
Best hiking day this week: Monday, with 9 daylight hours that are dry, 45 to 80°F, and under 18 mph wind. 4 of the next 7 days have at least 4 such hours.
Best day this week
Of the next 7 days, Friday looks best for Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, with a 58°F high and midday comfort near 71. Today looks weakest (49).
Rain
Next good chance of rain: today (80%, about 0.38 in.).
Live weather map
Weather around Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve right now
Overcast and 52° at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve right now.
About the live weather map for Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
The map centers on Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve and stacks fog, satellite clouds, and precipitation radar on one view. Clouds come from the GOES-West satellite and rain from NOAA radar, and both show current conditions. Fog comes from our HRRR-based fog model, and the slider steps through its forecast for the next 12 hours.
Dots mark nearby places with their current temperature, colored by comfort score. Use the layer buttons to turn any layer off, or open the full map for every destination in the region.
Nearby Temperature Comparison
Conditions at nearby San Francisco Bay Area destinations
Tip: Bay Area temperatures can change by 20 to 30°F over a short distance because of microclimates.
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve vs nearby places
Typical summer conditions compared with Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, from the same NOAA HRRR hourly record. The list shows the closest places, then nearby places whose climate differs the most.
| Place | Distance | Summer afternoons | Morning fog | Afternoon wind | Compared with Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside | 2.6 mi | +2°F | 17% | 8 mph | a very similar climate |
| Redwood City | 3 mi | same | 13% | 10 mph | less summer morning fog (13% vs 23% of morning hours) |
| San Carlos | 3.4 mi | -2°F | 7% | 10 mph | less summer morning fog (7% vs 23% of morning hours) |
| Montara | 14.1 mi | -22°F | 60% | 8 mph | about 22°F cooler on summer afternoons and more summer morning fog (60% vs 23% of morning hours) |
| Pacifica | 15.5 mi | -22°F | 56% | 9 mph | about 22°F cooler on summer afternoons and more summer morning fog (56% vs 23% of morning hours) |
| Ocean Beach | 24.2 mi | -22°F | 49% | 11 mph | about 22°F cooler on summer afternoons and more summer morning fog (49% vs 23% of morning hours) |
Places with a climate like Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve's
- Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve (84 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
- Castro Valley (19 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
- Austin Creek State Recreation Area (87 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
Climate Dashboard
Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline
What the Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available. Fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.
Positive and negative differences describe how Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve weather by month
August is the warmest month at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, with an average high of 79°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 40°F. December is the wettest month (4.5 in.), out of about 22.8 in. a year. Morning fog peaks in August, when fog or low cloud covers 28% of the hours from 6 to 10 AM. June has the clearest middays, with clouds covering about 18% of the sky from 11 AM to 3 PM.
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve are September, June, and July. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in June, and 10 AM to 1 PM in July.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rainy days | Morning fog | Midday cloud | Afternoon wind | Daylight | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 59°F | 40°F | 4.5 in | 9 | 14% | 35% | 6 mph | 9.9 h | 58 |
| Feb | 61°F | 42°F | 4.5 in | 9 | 12% | 28% | 8 mph | 10.8 h | 60 |
| Mar | 64°F | 44°F | 3.5 in | 8 | 10% | 33% | 8 mph | 11.9 h | 62 |
| Apr | 67°F | 45°F | 1.6 in | 5 | 9% | 27% | 9 mph | 13.2 h | 73 |
| May | 71°F | 49°F | 0.7 in | 3 | 12% | 28% | 10 mph | 14.2 h | 77 |
| Jun | 76°F | 51°F | 0.2 in | 2 | 17% | 18% | 9 mph | 14.7 h | 86 |
| Jul | 79°F | 54°F | 0.0 in | 0 | 25% | 19% | 8 mph | 14.5 h | 86 |
| Aug | 79°F | 54°F | 0.0 in | 1 | 28% | 19% | 8 mph | 13.6 h | 86 |
| Sep | 79°F | 53°F | 0.1 in | 1 | 20% | 21% | 8 mph | 12.3 h | 90 |
| Oct | 74°F | 49°F | 1.0 in | 4 | 12% | 20% | 7 mph | 11.1 h | 83 |
| Nov | 65°F | 44°F | 2.3 in | 6 | 12% | 24% | 6 mph | 10.1 h | 69 |
| Dec | 59°F | 40°F | 4.5 in | 9 | 19% | 35% | 5 mph | 9.6 h | 56 |
Morning fog is the share of hours from 6 to 10 AM with fog or low cloud. Midday cloud is the average from 11 AM to 3 PM, and afternoon wind is the average from 1 to 5 PM. The highlighted rows are the most comfortable months.
What makes Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve's weather different
When the fog burns off
10 AMwhen August fog usually thins (38% foggy at 8 AM)
Fog or low cloud covers Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve in 38% of 8 AM hours in August, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 10 AM. April mornings are the least foggy (9%).
When the wind picks up
1 PMwhen afternoon wind builds, March–October
From March through October, wind at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve typically builds after 1 PM. In May it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 11 mph with 15% of those hours windy, while mornings average 4 mph.
Daylight
9.6–14.7 hof daylight, Dec to Jun
Days at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve range from about 9.6 hours in December to 14.7 hours in June. In mid-June the sun sets around 8:30 PM, and in mid-December around 4:57 PM.
Seasons at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
- Warm seasonJun 29 – Sep 28 · highs 77°F+
The warm season lasts about 3 months, from Jun 29 to Sep 28, when the average high is 77°F or warmer. Highs peak around Aug 8 at about 79°F.
- Cool seasonNov 28 – Mar 1 · highs 63°F or lower
The cool season runs from Nov 28 to Mar 1, when the average high is 63°F or lower. The coldest nights come around Dec 8, with an average low near 40°F.
- Rainy seasonNov 13 – Apr 7 · 82% of the year's rain
The rainy season runs from Nov 13 to Apr 7, when a day has at least a 20% chance of measurable rain. That stretch brings 82% of the year's rain.
The dark line marks today. Season dates come from the smoothed daily NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Counting from Oct. 1, a typical year has its first inch of rain by Nov 1 and half of its annual total by Jan 25.
Days per year and extremes (Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026)
This record runs from Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026. Over this record, Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve averaged 13 days a year at 90°F or hotter and no freezing nights. It averaged 13 days a year with at least half an inch of rain and 2 afternoons with wind of 20 mph or more at 2 PM. About 69 mornings a year had 3 or more hours of fog or low cloud.
In the same record, the hottest day was Sep 9, 2026 (98°F) and the coldest night was Feb 20, 2026 (37°F). The wettest day was Nov 23, 2024 (2.70 in.), and the strongest 2 PM gust was 50 mph on Mar 12, 2025.
- 13days at 90°F or hotter
- 0nights at or below freezing
- 13days with ½ in. of rain or more
- 2afternoons with 20+ mph wind
- 69mornings with 3+ hours of fog or low cloud
- Hottest day98°FSep 9, 2026
- Coldest night37°FFeb 20, 2026
- Wettest day2.70 inNov 23, 2024
- Strongest 2 PM gust50 mphMar 12, 2025
What shapes Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve's weather
Edgewood sits on the sheltered east side of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Summer fog from the Pacific usually stacks up against Skyline Ridge and Kings Mountain to the west. From Edgewood's ridgetop you can often watch it spill over the crest while the grassland stays in sun. The San Andreas rift valley below the park's west side holds the Crystal Springs reservoirs. It can carry cooler marine air south from the low ground along Highway 92, so late afternoons often turn breezy on the ridge.
Edgewood is more open and exposed than Woodside, a couple of miles southwest at the foot of the redwood canyons. Redwood City, on the bay plain below, sees less summer morning fog than the park's higher ground. Winter rain greens the grassland quickly, and the thin grass over serpentine soil browns early once the rains stop.
Tips for visiting Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
Leave the dog and bike at home
Dogs and other pets aren't allowed, bikes may only use paved roads and parking areas, and everyone must stay on designated trails.
Hike the open ridge early on hot days
The Ridgeview Trail follows the sunny southern side of the ridge. On warm afternoons, the wooded Live Oak Trail on the ridge's north side is the cooler choice.
Don't plan a sunrise hike
The park opens at 8 a.m. and closes before sunset.
Register ahead for docent wildflower hikes
Friends of Edgewood leads free hikes through the serpentine grasslands and oak woodlands. Registration is required and space is limited.
Watch for rattlesnakes and ticks
The county posts rattlesnake and tick notices for the park. Keep to the trail and check for ticks after brushing through grass.
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve through the seasons
- Spring (March–May)
- Spring is peak wildflower season. The county names the Serpentine and Sunset trails as the premier flower-viewing areas. Picking flowers is prohibited.
- Summer (June–August)
- The grassland is brown and hot by midday, often while fog sits on Skyline Ridge to the west. Save the exposed ridge for mornings.
- Fall (September–November)
- Fall stays warm and dry until the first rains, with clear views across the bay once the summer sea breeze eases.
- Winter (December–February)
- Rain turns the hills green. The first half mile of the Edgewood Trail from the main lot is a strenuous climb that gets slick when wet.
Activities and the weather that matters
- Wildflower walks: Best on mild, sunny spring mornings. The open grassland heats up fast by afternoon as the season goes on.
- Hiking: The park has ten miles of trails. Overcast or cool days suit the exposed ridge. On hot days, stick to the shaded north and east sides.
- Butterfly and wildlife watching: The endangered Bay checkerspot lives in the grassland. Butterflies fly most on warm, calm, sunny days and stay grounded in wind and fog.
- Horseback riding: Horses are welcome on the Live Oak, Old Stage Road, and Sunset trails. Dry weather is best. Skip it when trails are soft after rain.
Official sources and current conditions
- San Mateo County Parks: Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
- Edgewood Park trails
- Edgewood Park regulations
- Friends of Edgewood: docent-led wildflower hikes
Numbers on this page come from NOAA data. The text draws on the official sources linked above.
Historical Climate Data
Long-term weather patterns and climate data
Data sources: Recent temperatures come from NOAA URMA and recent precipitation from NOAA Stage IV. Fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine come from NOAA HRRR, and long-term baselines from NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals.
Climate Overview
Based on NOAA 30-year temperature/rain normals (1991-2020) with recent fog/sun baseline
🌟 Best Months to Visit
⚠️ Challenging Months
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Comfort | High/Low | ☀️ Sun | 🌫️ Fog | 💧 Rain | Perfect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | 81 | 60.8° / 47.3° | 6.6h | 2d | 4.4" | 22 |
| December 2024 | 74 | 59.4° / 47° | 5.5h | 5d | 6.53" | 12 |
| January 2025 | 83 | 58.5° / 43.5° | 6.7h | 2d | 0.18" | 22 |
| February 2025 | 76 | 59.6° / 45° | 6.7h | 3d | 9" | 15 |
| March 2025 | 81 | 59.9° / 45.2° | 8.5h | 0d | 3.29" | 17 |
| April 2025 | 90 | 65.5° / 47° | 9.6h | 4d | 0.66" | 24 |
| May 2025 | 94 | 71.5° / 49.8° | 12.3h | 1d | 0.21" | 30 |
| June 2025 | 95 | 75.2° / 51.8° | 12.6h | 2d | 0" | 30 |
| July 2025 | 94 | 75.6° / 54.3° | 11.7h | 7d | 0" | 31 |
| August 2025 | 92 | 81.1° / 56.7° | 11.2h | 7d | 0.05" | 31 |
| September 2025 | 92 | 78° / 59.1° | 9.9h | 4d | 0.17" | 29 |
| October 2025 | 90 | 70.4° / 53.1° | 8.1h | 2d | 0.62" | 28 |
| November 2025 | 79 | 63° / 49.7° | 6.6h | 7d | 3.55" | 15 |
| December 2025 | 71 | 57.2° / 45.3° | 5.4h | 11d | 5.18" | 10 |
| January 2026 | 80 | 60.1° / 46.1° | 6.8h | 3d | 6.57" | 22 |
| February 2026 | 80 | 61.9° / 47.5° | 6.9h | 4d | 2.93" | 18 |
| March 2026 | 95 | 75.1° / 52.7° | 9.7h | 0d | 0.01" | 30 |
| April 2026 | 88 | 65.2° / 48.7° | 9.3h | 0d | 2.12" | 22 |
| May 2026 | 92 | 70.1° / 50.9° | 11.6h | 5d | 0.34" | 31 |
| June 2026 | 94 | 75.8° / 54.4° | 12.2h | 3d | 0" | 30 |
| July 2026 | 94 | 78.1° / 55.8° | 11.6h | 6d | 0.02" | 31 |
| August 2026 | 92 | 78.6° / 56.7° | 11h | 8d | 0" | 31 |
| September 2026 | 94 | 76.9° / 55.5° | 10h | 3d | 0.01" | 30 |
| October 2026 | 90 | 75.3° / 54.3° | 8h | 4d | 0.09" | 28 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.
Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.
Hourly Temperature, Fog, Wind, Cloud Cover, and Solar Radiation Patterns
Average local hour by month from 2014-09-30 to 2026-04-30
- Temperature: At Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, the warmest typical hour is 3 PM in August (81°F). The coldest is 7 AM in January (46°F).
- Fog: Fog or low cloud covers Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve in 38% of 8 AM hours in August, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 10 AM. April mornings are the least foggy (9%).
- Wind: From March through October, wind at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve typically builds after 1 PM. In May it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 11 mph with 15% of those hours windy, while mornings average 4 mph.
- Cloud Cover: June middays are the clearest at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve (18% average cloud cover), and December middays are the cloudiest (35%).
- Solar Radiation: The strongest typical sun at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve comes at 1 PM in July, averaging 978 W/m².
How to read the hourly heatmaps for Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
This heatmap shows how average temperature at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day. Warmer colors mark the usual afternoon peaks, and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.
This heatmap shows when fog or low cloud is most likely at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve. Darker cells mark the months and hours when fog has been most common. They help separate overnight or morning fog from cloud that tends to linger into the afternoon.
This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.
This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.
This heatmap shows the average solar radiation reaching Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve by month and hour. Brighter cells indicate the strongest typical sun, while muted cells can reflect nighttime, shorter winter days, cloud cover, smoke, or terrain shading.
Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage. The red marker shows the current month and hour.
How recent months compared at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
- October 2026 recap: October 2026 at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve averaged a high of 75°F, 5°F warmer than October 2025 (70°F).
- Rain year: The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 21.4 in. of rain to Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, 94% of the 22.8 in. normal.
Location Details
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve weather questions
Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
What is the weather like at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve today?
It's 52°F at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve right now, with a comfort score of 76 (great). Monday's forecast high at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve is 55°F, 10°F below the mid November normal of 65°F. The best window today is 9 AM to noon, at about 53°F with a 6 mph wind (comfort 51).
What is the best month to visit Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve?
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve are September, June, and July. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in June, and 10 AM to 1 PM in July. The warm season lasts about 3 months, from Jun 29 to Sep 28, when the average high is 77°F or warmer. Highs peak around Aug 8 at about 79°F.
What are the warmest and coldest months at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve?
August is the warmest month at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, with an average high of 79°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 40°F.
When does the fog burn off at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve?
Fog or low cloud covers Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve in 38% of 8 AM hours in August, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 10 AM. April mornings are the least foggy (9%).
When is it windiest at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve?
From March through October, wind at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve typically builds after 1 PM. In May it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 11 mph with 15% of those hours windy, while mornings average 4 mph.
How much rain does Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve get?
December is the wettest month (4.5 in.), out of about 22.8 in. a year. The rainy season runs from Nov 13 to Apr 7, when a day has at least a 20% chance of measurable rain. That stretch brings 82% of the year's rain. The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 21.4 in. of rain to Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, 94% of the 22.8 in. normal.
Can I bring my dog to Edgewood Park?
No. San Mateo County's rules say dogs and other pets are not allowed at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve. The county lists dog-friendly trails at other parks.
What kind of place is Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve?
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve covers 467 acres of grassland, chaparral, and oak woodland on a low ridge just east of Interstate 280, between Redwood City and Woodside. San Mateo County Parks manages it, and its serpentine grasslands are known for spring wildflowers. The county names it as one of four sites, with San Bruno Mountain, Coyote Ridge, and Kirby Canyon, where the endangered Bay checkerspot butterfly lives. From the central ridge you look west to the Crystal Springs Lakes and Skyline Ridge and east over the bay.
What is Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve weather like in November?
November at Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve averages a high of 65°F and a low of 44°F, with 2.3 in. of rain over about 6 rainy days. About 12% of morning hours are foggy. Afternoon wind averages 6 mph.
More about Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve weather
Guides that explain the weather here and nearby
Data sources and methods
- Monthly temperatures and precipitation: NOAA 1991-2020 normals.
- Fog, cloud, wind, sun, and comfort by hour and month: NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from September 2014 to April 2026.
- Daily records and recent months: NOAA URMA and HRRR analyses, plus NOAA Stage IV precipitation.
- Nearby comparisons and regional rankings use the same hourly HRRR summaries for every destination in the region.
- Alerts: National Weather Service. Tides and ocean temperature: NOAA CO-OPS, where shown.
- All statements on this page are computed from these datasets, apart from the “What shapes the weather” guide, which cites its sources inline.
- San Mateo County Parks, Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve (accessed 2026-10-27)
- San Mateo County Parks, Edgewood Park natural features (accessed 2026-10-27)
- San Mateo County Parks, Edgewood Park trails (accessed 2026-10-27)
- San Mateo County Parks, Edgewood Park regulations (accessed 2026-10-27)
- Friends of Edgewood, docent-led wildflower hikes (accessed 2026-10-27)
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