Marina District Weather
Town • San Francisco Bay Area
Flat and close to sea level, the Marina spreads along the bay between Fort Mason and the Presidio, with Chestnut Street as its shopping strip. The Marina Green and the city's oldest recreational harbor line its waterfront. The neighborhood sits on sandy, loose ground with a shallow water table. That is why it was the part of San Francisco most heavily damaged in the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. Pacific Heights rises directly behind it to the south.
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Marina District weather today and through the year
It's 56°F at Marina District right now (feels like 53°F), with 7 mph wind and a comfort score of 80. Monday's forecast high at Marina District is 57°F, 6°F below the mid November normal of 63°F. No fog in the forecast for today at Marina District. In November, 15% of morning hours here are foggy on average. The best window today is 10 AM to 1 PM, at about 53°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 58).
September is the warmest month at Marina District, with an average high of 74°F. January is the coldest, with an average low of 43°F. December is the wettest month (5.2 in.), out of about 24.9 in. a year. By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Marina District are September, October, and August. The best hours are usually 9 AM to noon in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in October, and 9 AM to noon in August.
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission places the Marina in the city's transition zone, between the foggy west side and the sunnier east. The utility notes that the main thing setting a neighborhood's climate is how much ocean wind reaches it. The Marina gets a lot, because it lies about two miles inside the Golden Gate on open, level ground, with only the Presidio's wooded slopes upwind.
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 Marina District in the next few days
Active National Weather Service alerts
- High Surf Warning until Sun 4:00 AM
- High Surf Advisory until Tue 4:00 AM
Fog
No fog in the forecast for today at Marina District. In November, 15% of morning hours here are foggy on average.
Best time to go
The best window today is 10 AM to 1 PM, at about 53°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 58).
Best day this week
Of the next 7 days, Friday looks best for Marina District, with a 61°F high and midday comfort near 80. Today looks weakest (45).
Rain
Next good chance of rain: today (72%, about 0.55 in.).
Tides (San Francisco (Golden Gate))
- High 4.4 ft at 4:47 AM today
- Low 3.6 ft at 9:14 AM today
- High 4.9 ft at 2:27 PM today
- Low 0.3 ft at 9:39 PM today
Live weather map
Weather around Marina District right now
Overcast and 56° at Marina District right now.
About the live weather map for Marina District
The map centers on Marina District 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.
Marina District vs nearby places
Typical summer conditions compared with Marina District, 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 Marina District |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Heights | 0.7 mi | +10°F | 33% | 13 mph | about 10°F warmer on summer afternoons and calmer summer afternoons (13 vs 19 mph) |
| Russian Hill | 1 mi | +10°F | 33% | 13 mph | about 10°F warmer on summer afternoons and calmer summer afternoons (13 vs 19 mph) |
| Crissy Field | 1.4 mi | -1°F | 40% | 18 mph | a very similar climate |
| Walnut Creek | 21.7 mi | +26°F | 11% | 8 mph | about 26°F warmer on summer afternoons and calmer summer afternoons (8 vs 19 mph) |
| Pleasant Hill | 22.9 mi | +27°F | 10% | 7 mph | about 27°F warmer on summer afternoons and calmer summer afternoons (7 vs 19 mph) |
| Danville | 24 mi | +26°F | 3% | 8 mph | about 26°F warmer on summer afternoons and calmer summer afternoons (8 vs 19 mph) |
Places with a climate like Marina District's
- Santa Cruz Main Beach (62 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
- Capitola (63 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
- San Pablo (12 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
Climate Dashboard
Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline
What the Marina District climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at Marina District 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 Marina District 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.
Marina District weather by month
September is the warmest month at Marina District, with an average high of 74°F. January is the coldest, with an average low of 43°F. December is the wettest month (5.2 in.), out of about 24.9 in. a year. Morning fog peaks in July, when fog or low cloud covers 42% of the hours from 6 to 10 AM. October has the clearest middays, with clouds covering about 22% of the sky from 11 AM to 3 PM.
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Marina District are September, October, and August. The best hours are usually 9 AM to noon in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in October, and 9 AM to noon in August.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rainy days | Morning fog | Midday cloud | Afternoon wind | Daylight | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57°F | 43°F | 4.7 in | 9 | 17% | 35% | 8 mph | 9.8 h | 52 |
| Feb | 60°F | 45°F | 4.8 in | 9 | 16% | 26% | 10 mph | 10.7 h | 53 |
| Mar | 62°F | 46°F | 3.5 in | 8 | 16% | 29% | 12 mph | 11.9 h | 54 |
| Apr | 64°F | 47°F | 1.7 in | 5 | 14% | 25% | 16 mph | 13.2 h | 54 |
| May | 67°F | 50°F | 0.8 in | 4 | 19% | 30% | 18 mph | 14.2 h | 48 |
| Jun | 70°F | 52°F | 0.2 in | 2 | 28% | 26% | 19 mph | 14.8 h | 60 |
| Jul | 71°F | 54°F | 0.0 in | 1 | 42% | 34% | 19 mph | 14.5 h | 61 |
| Aug | 73°F | 54°F | 0.1 in | 1 | 31% | 31% | 18 mph | 13.6 h | 68 |
| Sep | 74°F | 54°F | 0.1 in | 2 | 28% | 25% | 16 mph | 12.3 h | 74 |
| Oct | 71°F | 52°F | 1.1 in | 4 | 22% | 22% | 12 mph | 11.1 h | 72 |
| Nov | 63°F | 47°F | 2.8 in | 7 | 15% | 23% | 8 mph | 10.0 h | 64 |
| Dec | 57°F | 43°F | 5.2 in | 10 | 20% | 35% | 8 mph | 9.6 h | 32 |
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.
In summer, recent daily NOAA readings at Marina District average about 6°F cooler than the 1991-2020 normals. The normals average over a wider area that also covers nearby terrain. Read the monthly highs as a rough range, and use the recent months below for what Marina District has actually seen.
What makes Marina District's weather different
Among the 163 San Francisco Bay Area towns we track, Marina District has the windiest summer afternoons.
- #1of 163
windiest summer afternoonsamong San Francisco Bay Area towns
When the fog burns off
1 PMwhen July fog usually thins (53% foggy at 2 AM)
Fog or low cloud covers Marina District in 53% of 2 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 1 PM. April mornings are the least foggy (14%).
When the wind picks up
1 PMwhen afternoon wind builds, February–October
From February through October, wind at Marina District typically builds after 1 PM. In July it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 21 mph with 99% of those hours windy, while mornings average 10 mph.
Microclimate
+10°FPacific Heights, 0.7 mi away, on summer afternoons
Pacific Heights, 0.7 miles away, runs about 10°F warmer than Marina District on summer afternoons.
Model resolution
2 placesshare one 3 km NOAA HRRR grid cell
Marina District shares one 3 km grid cell in NOAA's HRRR model with Alcatraz Island. The hourly fog, wind, cloud, and temperature patterns on this site are the same for both. Real differences between them come from hills, elevation, and wind exposure that the model cannot resolve.
Daylight
9.6–14.8 hof daylight, Dec to Jun
Days at Marina District range from about 9.6 hours in December to 14.8 hours in June. In mid-June the sun sets around 8:34 PM, and in mid-December around 4:58 PM.
Seasons at Marina District
- Warm seasonJul 3 – Oct 6 · highs 71°F+
The warm season lasts about 3.2 months, from Jul 3 to Oct 6, when the average high is 71°F or warmer. Highs peak around Sep 8 at about 74°F.
- Cool seasonNov 29 – Feb 28 · highs 61°F or lower
The cool season runs from Nov 29 to Feb 28, when the average high is 61°F or lower. The coldest nights come around Jan 8, with an average low near 43°F.
- Rainy seasonNov 6 – Apr 7 · 84% of the year's rain
The rainy season runs from Nov 6 to Apr 7, when a day has at least a 20% chance of measurable rain. That stretch brings 84% 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 Oct 28 and half of its annual total by Jan 23.
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, Marina District averaged 1 day a year at 90°F or hotter and no freezing nights. It averaged 15 days a year with at least half an inch of rain and 41 afternoons with wind of 20 mph or more at 2 PM. About 125 mornings a year had 3 or more hours of fog or low cloud.
In the same record, the hottest day was Sep 9, 2026 (91°F) and the coldest night was Feb 10, 2025 (40°F). The wettest day was Nov 23, 2024 (3.27 in.), and the strongest 2 PM gust was 42 mph on Feb 13, 2025.
- 1day at 90°F or hotter
- 0nights at or below freezing
- 15days with ½ in. of rain or more
- 41afternoons with 20+ mph wind
- 125mornings with 3+ hours of fog or low cloud
- Hottest day91°FSep 9, 2026
- Coldest night40°FFeb 10, 2025
- Wettest day3.27 inNov 23, 2024
- Strongest 2 PM gust42 mphFeb 13, 2025
What shapes Marina District's weather
On summer afternoons, the sea breeze that funnels through the Golden Gate runs straight along Crissy Field and across the Marina Green and the harbor. Fog follows the same path. On some afternoons it streams over the Marina while Russian Hill and North Beach to the east stay in sun. On others it stays out in the Gate, and the Marina is bright while the bridge disappears into the cloud.
The Marina feels the wind far more directly at street level than Pacific Heights up the slope. It is nearly as exposed as Crissy Field, which sits closer to the Gate. Its warmest days come in September and October, when the summer wind eases. Winter storms bring rain and can push waves against the harbor breakwaters and the Marina Green shoreline.
Tips for visiting Marina District
Pack a layer even on sunny days
Cold ocean wind, sometimes carrying fog, sets how a day feels here, so bring a warm layer even when the sun is out.
Walk the waterfront in the morning
The Marina Green and the harbor path are usually calmest before the afternoon sea breeze builds.
Use the Marina Green par course
Workout stations line the perimeter of the Marina Green, a large park that also hosts events such as Fleet Week and Escape From Alcatraz.
Fly a kite on breezy afternoons
The Marina Green's open lawn and steady afternoon westerly make it a good place to fly a kite from spring through summer.
Marina District through the seasons
- Spring (March–May)
- Spring brings clear, cool days, with afternoon wind that strengthens through May. Mornings are good for runs, and breezy afternoons suit kite flying on the Green.
- Summer (June–August)
- Fog and wind roll in from the Gate most afternoons. The east end near Fort Mason is often a little more sheltered than the Green's west end.
- Fall (September–October)
- Fall brings the Marina's warmest, sunniest weeks, when the Green fills with picnics and events.
- Winter (November–February)
- Pacific storms bring rain, and their winds push waves against the harbor breakwaters and the Green's shoreline.
Activities and the weather that matters
- Running and walking the Marina Green: Run in the morning or on fall afternoons. Summer afternoons bring a steady headwind heading toward the Golden Gate.
- Sailing from the harbor: The harbor has 727 berths. The afternoon westerly makes for lively sailing in summer, and mornings are gentler.
- Chestnut Street cafés and shops: A few blocks back from the water, Chestnut is less windy than the Green, though afternoon fog still reaches it in summer.
Official sources and current conditions
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 | 77 | 60.8° / 49.9° | 6.4h | 2d | 5.04" | 18 |
| December 2024 | 68 | 58.3° / 49° | 5.1h | 9d | 6.21" | 9 |
| January 2025 | 81 | 58.4° / 46.3° | 6.9h | 3d | 0.2" | 19 |
| February 2025 | 73 | 59.1° / 47° | 6.6h | 4d | 7.84" | 12 |
| March 2025 | 77 | 59.4° / 47.7° | 8.1h | 1d | 1.9" | 13 |
| April 2025 | 79 | 60° / 49.5° | 9.8h | 8d | 0.47" | 15 |
| May 2025 | 82 | 63.6° / 51.5° | 11.9h | 5d | 0.17" | 21 |
| June 2025 | 75 | 62° / 52.5° | 11.6h | 19d | 0" | 9 |
| July 2025 | 74 | 62.6° / 54.7° | 10.6h | 24d | 0" | 7 |
| August 2025 | 80 | 67.4° / 57° | 10.5h | 13d | 0" | 19 |
| September 2025 | 82 | 69.6° / 59.5° | 9.1h | 11d | 0.11" | 17 |
| October 2025 | 82 | 67.1° / 55.9° | 7.9h | 6d | 1.07" | 21 |
| November 2025 | 76 | 61.8° / 52.8° | 6.5h | 8d | 2.93" | 11 |
| December 2025 | 65 | 55° / 47.8° | 4.9h | 12d | 5.43" | 4 |
| January 2026 | 77 | 59.8° / 48.8° | 6.7h | 2d | 3.8" | 21 |
| February 2026 | 74 | 61.6° / 50° | 6h | 4d | 5.13" | 13 |
| March 2026 | 89 | 70° / 53.7° | 9.5h | 3d | 0.06" | 26 |
| April 2026 | 80 | 62.9° / 51.7° | 9.3h | 4d | 4.11" | 15 |
| May 2026 | 81 | 63.6° / 52.6° | 11h | 9d | 0.65" | 19 |
| June 2026 | 81 | 65° / 54.5° | 11.7h | 13d | 0.03" | 19 |
| July 2026 | 79 | 65.6° / 55.8° | 11.2h | 12d | 0" | 17 |
| August 2026 | 78 | 65.6° / 56.5° | 10.1h | 24d | 0" | 11 |
| September 2026 | 84 | 68.1° / 57.2° | 9.6h | 7d | 0.05" | 22 |
| October 2026 | 84 | 68.8° / 55.1° | 8.4h | 4d | 0.19" | 25 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the Marina District climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Marina District, 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 Marina District. 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 Marina District, the warmest typical hour is 3 PM in October (62°F). The coldest is 7 AM in February (51°F).
- Fog: Fog or low cloud covers Marina District in 53% of 2 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 1 PM. April mornings are the least foggy (14%).
- Wind: From February through October, wind at Marina District typically builds after 1 PM. In July it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 21 mph with 99% of those hours windy, while mornings average 10 mph.
- Cloud Cover: October middays are the clearest at Marina District (22% average cloud cover), and December middays are the cloudiest (35%).
- Solar Radiation: The strongest typical sun at Marina District comes at 1 PM in June, averaging 917 W/m².
How to read the hourly heatmaps for Marina District
This heatmap shows how average temperature at Marina District 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 Marina District. 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 Marina District 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 Marina District 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 Marina District 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 Marina District
- October 2026 recap: October 2026 at Marina District averaged a high of 69°F, 2°F warmer than October 2025 (67°F).
- Rain year: The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 23.3 in. of rain to Marina District, 93% of the 24.9 in. normal.
Location Details
Marina District weather questions
Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Marina District
What is the weather like at Marina District today?
It's 56°F at Marina District right now, with a comfort score of 80 (great). Monday's forecast high at Marina District is 57°F, 6°F below the mid November normal of 63°F. The best window today is 10 AM to 1 PM, at about 53°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 58).
What is the best month to visit Marina District?
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Marina District are September, October, and August. The best hours are usually 9 AM to noon in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in October, and 9 AM to noon in August. The warm season lasts about 3.2 months, from Jul 3 to Oct 6, when the average high is 71°F or warmer. Highs peak around Sep 8 at about 74°F.
What are the warmest and coldest months at Marina District?
September is the warmest month at Marina District, with an average high of 74°F. January is the coldest, with an average low of 43°F.
When does the fog burn off at Marina District?
Fog or low cloud covers Marina District in 53% of 2 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 1 PM. April mornings are the least foggy (14%).
When is it windiest at Marina District?
From February through October, wind at Marina District typically builds after 1 PM. In July it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 21 mph with 99% of those hours windy, while mornings average 10 mph.
How much rain does Marina District get?
December is the wettest month (5.2 in.), out of about 24.9 in. a year. The rainy season runs from Nov 6 to Apr 7, when a day has at least a 20% chance of measurable rain. That stretch brings 84% of the year's rain. The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 23.3 in. of rain to Marina District, 93% of the 24.9 in. normal.
How does Marina District weather compare with Pacific Heights?
Pacific Heights, 0.7 miles away, runs about 10°F warmer than Marina District on summer afternoons.
Why was the Marina hit so hard in the 1989 earthquake?
The USGS explains that the Marina was built on uncompacted, sandy ground with a shallow water table. Shaking was amplified there and some of the ground liquefied, making it the most heavily damaged part of San Francisco in the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake.
What kind of place is Marina District?
Flat and close to sea level, the Marina spreads along the bay between Fort Mason and the Presidio, with Chestnut Street as its shopping strip. The Marina Green and the city's oldest recreational harbor line its waterfront. The neighborhood sits on sandy, loose ground with a shallow water table. That is why it was the part of San Francisco most heavily damaged in the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. Pacific Heights rises directly behind it to the south.
What is Marina District weather like in November?
November at Marina District averages a high of 63°F and a low of 47°F, with 2.8 in. of rain over about 7 rainy days. About 15% of morning hours are foggy. Afternoon wind averages 8 mph.
More about Marina District 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 Francisco Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco's climate zones (gardening supplement) (accessed 2026-10-27)
- San Francisco Recreation and Parks, Marina Yacht Harbor (accessed 2026-10-27)
- USGS Fact Sheet 151-99, Progress Toward a Safer Future Since the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake (accessed 2026-10-27)
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