North Beach Weather
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San Francisco's old Italian neighborhood fills the low ground between Telegraph Hill and Russian Hill. It centers on Washington Square and the cafés, bakeries, and bars along Columbus and Grant Avenues. Coit Tower stands on Telegraph Hill right above it, reached by stairways and a Muni bus. North Beach sits in a hollow between two hills, well east of the Golden Gate. That makes it one of the more sheltered places in the northern city for an outdoor table.
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North Beach weather today and through the year
It's 56°F at North Beach right now (feels like 53°F), with 7 mph wind and a comfort score of 80. Monday's forecast high at North Beach is 57°F, 6°F below the mid November normal of 63°F. No fog in the forecast for today at North Beach. In November, 12% of morning hours here are foggy on average. The best window today is 10 AM to 1 PM, at about 52°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 58).
September is the warmest month at North Beach, with an average high of 72°F. January is the coldest, with an average low of 44°F. December is the wettest month (5.0 in.), out of about 24.0 in. a year. By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at North Beach are September, August, and October. The best hours are usually noon to 3 PM in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in August, and noon to 3 PM in October.
North Beach lies low between Russian Hill to the west and Telegraph Hill to the east. The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission places both hills in the city's sun belt. Russian Hill takes the first hit from the afternoon sea breeze coming off the Golden Gate. Washington Square and the sidewalk tables on Columbus Avenue are often calmer than the Marina or the Russian Hill crest a few blocks away.
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 North Beach in the next few days
Active National Weather Service alerts
- High Surf Advisory until Tue 4:00 AM
Fog
No fog in the forecast for today at North Beach. In November, 12% of morning hours here are foggy on average.
Best time to go
The best window today is 10 AM to 1 PM, at about 52°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 58).
Best day this week
Of the next 7 days, Friday looks best for North Beach, 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.).
Live weather map
Weather around North Beach right now
Overcast and 56° at North Beach right now.
About the live weather map for North Beach
The map centers on North Beach 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.
North Beach vs nearby places
Typical summer conditions compared with North Beach, 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 North Beach |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russian Hill | 0.5 mi | same | 33% | 13 mph | same 3 km weather-model cell, so our hourly data cannot tell them apart |
| Chinatown | 0.5 mi | same | 33% | 13 mph | same 3 km weather-model cell, so our hourly data cannot tell them apart |
| Downtown San Francisco | 1 mi | -6°F | 27% | 10 mph | about 6°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| Walnut Creek | 20.3 mi | +16°F | 11% | 8 mph | about 16°F warmer on summer afternoons and less summer morning fog (11% vs 33% of morning hours) |
| Pleasant Hill | 21.6 mi | +17°F | 10% | 7 mph | about 17°F warmer on summer afternoons and less summer morning fog (10% vs 33% of morning hours) |
| Concord | 24 mi | +17°F | 9% | 8 mph | about 17°F warmer on summer afternoons and less summer morning fog (9% vs 33% of morning hours) |
Places with a climate like North Beach's
- Santa Cruz Main Beach (62 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
- Capitola (62 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
- China Camp State Park (15 mi away): similar temperatures through the year
Climate Dashboard
Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline
What the North Beach climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at North Beach 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 North Beach 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.
North Beach weather by month
September is the warmest month at North Beach, with an average high of 72°F. January is the coldest, with an average low of 44°F. December is the wettest month (5.0 in.), out of about 24.0 in. a year. Morning fog peaks in July, when fog or low cloud covers 39% 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 North Beach are September, August, and October. The best hours are usually noon to 3 PM in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in August, and noon to 3 PM in October.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rainy days | Morning fog | Midday cloud | Afternoon wind | Daylight | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57°F | 44°F | 4.6 in | 9 | 16% | 35% | 6 mph | 9.8 h | 56 |
| Feb | 60°F | 46°F | 4.6 in | 9 | 14% | 28% | 8 mph | 10.7 h | 60 |
| Mar | 62°F | 47°F | 3.4 in | 8 | 14% | 31% | 9 mph | 11.9 h | 62 |
| Apr | 64°F | 49°F | 1.6 in | 5 | 12% | 26% | 11 mph | 13.2 h | 67 |
| May | 66°F | 51°F | 0.8 in | 4 | 16% | 29% | 13 mph | 14.2 h | 70 |
| Jun | 70°F | 53°F | 0.2 in | 2 | 25% | 23% | 13 mph | 14.8 h | 77 |
| Jul | 70°F | 55°F | 0.0 in | 0 | 39% | 27% | 12 mph | 14.5 h | 79 |
| Aug | 72°F | 56°F | 0.1 in | 1 | 34% | 26% | 12 mph | 13.6 h | 84 |
| Sep | 72°F | 55°F | 0.1 in | 1 | 23% | 23% | 11 mph | 12.3 h | 89 |
| Oct | 70°F | 53°F | 1.1 in | 4 | 16% | 22% | 8 mph | 11.1 h | 82 |
| Nov | 63°F | 48°F | 2.6 in | 7 | 12% | 24% | 6 mph | 10.0 h | 67 |
| Dec | 57°F | 45°F | 5.0 in | 9 | 21% | 36% | 6 mph | 9.6 h | 36 |
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 North Beach average about 5°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 North Beach has actually seen.
What makes North Beach's weather different
When the fog burns off
11 AMwhen July fog usually thins (47% foggy at 8 AM)
Fog or low cloud covers North Beach in 47% of 8 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 11 AM. April mornings are the least foggy (12%).
When the wind picks up
2 PMwhen afternoon wind builds, February–October
From February through October, wind at North Beach typically builds after 2 PM. In June it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 15 mph with 41% of those hours windy, while mornings average 6 mph.
Microclimate
−6°FDowntown San Francisco, 1 mi away, on summer afternoons
Downtown San Francisco, 1 mile away, runs about 6°F cooler than North Beach on summer afternoons.
Model resolution
4 placesshare one 3 km NOAA HRRR grid cell
North Beach shares one 3 km grid cell in NOAA's HRRR model with Pacific Heights, Russian Hill and Chinatown. The places in that cell range from 52 to 360 ft. The hourly fog, wind, cloud, and temperature patterns on this site are the same for all of them. 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 North Beach 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 North Beach
- Warm seasonJun 29 – Oct 7 · highs 70°F+
The warm season lasts about 3.3 months, from Jun 29 to Oct 7, when the average high is 70°F or warmer. Highs peak around Sep 8 at about 72°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 44°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 29 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, North Beach averaged no days at 90°F or hotter and no freezing nights. It averaged 15 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 121 mornings a year had 3 or more hours of fog or low cloud.
In the same record, the hottest day was Sep 9, 2026 (89°F) and the coldest night was Feb 10, 2025 (41°F). The wettest day was Nov 23, 2024 (3.02 in.), and the strongest 2 PM gust was 41 mph on Mar 12, 2025.
- 0days at 90°F or hotter
- 0nights at or below freezing
- 15days with ½ in. of rain or more
- 2afternoons with 20+ mph wind
- 121mornings with 3+ hours of fog or low cloud
- Hottest day89°FSep 9, 2026
- Coldest night41°FFeb 10, 2025
- Wettest day3.02 inNov 23, 2024
- Strongest 2 PM gust41 mphMar 12, 2025
What shapes North Beach's weather
Fog reaches North Beach later and thinner than the west side of the city. On deep-fog evenings the marine layer, the deck of cool, foggy ocean air, spills over Russian Hill and drifts down into the valley. The temperature then drops quickly after sunset. On most summer days, though, the neighborhood sees more afternoon sun than the western half of the city.
The bay is only a few blocks north at Fisherman's Wharf, so cool water keeps heat waves milder here than inland. September and October bring the warmest evenings for eating outside, while winter storms bring rain and occasional gusty south winds down Columbus Avenue.
Tips for visiting North Beach
Climb to Coit Tower on clear days
The observation deck has 360-degree views of the city and bay. It's open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from April to October and to 5 p.m. from November to March.
Take the bus to Coit Tower, not a car
Parking at the tower is very limited, and lines of cars get long at peak times. A Muni bus runs between the tower and Fisherman's Wharf.
Walk up the Filbert Steps
The Filbert Street stairs climb through the Grace Marchant Garden toward Coit Tower. The Greenwich Street stairs are another route up the hill.
Eat outside before the fog arrives
On summer evenings, take a sidewalk table early. Once fog spills over Russian Hill, the temperature drops quickly after sunset.
North Beach through the seasons
- Spring (March–May)
- Spring brings mild, often sunny afternoons, sheltered from the wind by Russian Hill. It is a good season for café tables before the summer fog pattern sets in.
- Summer (June–August)
- The hills on either side sit in the city's sun belt, so afternoons are usually sunnier than on the west side. Fog can still spill over Russian Hill in the evening, so bring a layer for dinner outside.
- Fall (September–October)
- September and October bring the warmest, stillest evenings of the year and the best time for Coit Tower views.
- Winter (November–February)
- Winter rain leaves the Washington Square lawn soggy, and café life moves indoors on stormy evenings.
Activities and the weather that matters
- Café and restaurant hopping: Sidewalk tables are best on calm, sunny afternoons. Evenings cool fast once fog arrives.
- Coit Tower and Telegraph Hill: Clear days give views of both the Golden Gate and Bay bridges. In fog, the deck still works but the view shrinks.
- Tennis and bocce at Joe DiMaggio Playground: The 2-acre park on Mason Street has tennis and bocce courts, which play best on dry, light-wind days.
- Picnics in Washington Square: Picnics work best on sunny, calm afternoons from spring through fall. The lawn stays soggy after winter rain.
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 | 79 | 60.3° / 50.5° | 6.6h | 3d | 4.65" | 20 |
| December 2024 | 69 | 57.8° / 49.4° | 5.1h | 9d | 5.75" | 13 |
| January 2025 | 82 | 57.9° / 46.9° | 7.1h | 5d | 0.19" | 21 |
| February 2025 | 74 | 58.7° / 47.5° | 6.6h | 7d | 7.19" | 12 |
| March 2025 | 80 | 59.2° / 48.1° | 8.2h | 1d | 1.72" | 17 |
| April 2025 | 84 | 60.4° / 49.8° | 9.6h | 8d | 0.41" | 22 |
| May 2025 | 89 | 63.9° / 51.7° | 12h | 3d | 0.15" | 27 |
| June 2025 | 83 | 62.3° / 52.8° | 11.9h | 14d | 0" | 19 |
| July 2025 | 82 | 63° / 55° | 11h | 20d | 0" | 19 |
| August 2025 | 88 | 67.7° / 57.2° | 10.8h | 10d | 0" | 28 |
| September 2025 | 88 | 69.7° / 59.7° | 9.3h | 8d | 0.12" | 25 |
| October 2025 | 87 | 66.9° / 56.5° | 8.1h | 7d | 1.05" | 25 |
| November 2025 | 78 | 61.5° / 53° | 6.7h | 9d | 2.69" | 14 |
| December 2025 | 66 | 54.9° / 48.1° | 4.8h | 11d | 5.03" | 5 |
| January 2026 | 79 | 59.5° / 49.3° | 6.7h | 2d | 3.52" | 21 |
| February 2026 | 76 | 61.1° / 50.5° | 6.3h | 5d | 4.72" | 14 |
| March 2026 | 94 | 69.9° / 54.2° | 9.4h | 3d | 0.06" | 26 |
| April 2026 | 84 | 62.9° / 52.1° | 9.4h | 5d | 3.8" | 21 |
| May 2026 | 87 | 63.7° / 52.9° | 11.4h | 9d | 0.59" | 23 |
| June 2026 | 87 | 65.4° / 54.8° | 11.9h | 10d | 0.02" | 23 |
| July 2026 | 87 | 66.1° / 56.1° | 11.2h | 11d | 0" | 24 |
| August 2026 | 86 | 66° / 56.7° | 10.6h | 15d | 0" | 27 |
| September 2026 | 90 | 68.3° / 57.6° | 9.6h | 7d | 0.05" | 26 |
| October 2026 | 90 | 68.6° / 55.9° | 8.4h | 4d | 0.18" | 29 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the North Beach climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at North Beach, 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 North Beach. 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 North Beach, the warmest typical hour is 2 PM in September (71°F). The coldest is 6 AM in February (47°F).
- Fog: Fog or low cloud covers North Beach in 47% of 8 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 11 AM. April mornings are the least foggy (12%).
- Wind: From February through October, wind at North Beach typically builds after 2 PM. In June it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 15 mph with 41% of those hours windy, while mornings average 6 mph.
- Cloud Cover: October middays are the clearest at North Beach (22% average cloud cover), and December middays are the cloudiest (36%).
- Solar Radiation: The strongest typical sun at North Beach comes at 1 PM in June, averaging 933 W/m².
How to read the hourly heatmaps for North Beach
This heatmap shows how average temperature at North Beach 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 North Beach. 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 North Beach 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 North Beach 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 North Beach 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 North Beach
- October 2026 recap: October 2026 at North Beach averaged a high of 69°F, 1°F cooler than the 1991-2020 normal of 70°F. It brought 0.18 in. of rain, compared with a normal of 1.08 in.
- Rain year: The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 21.5 in. of rain to North Beach, 90% of the 24.0 in. normal.
Location Details
North Beach weather questions
Everything you need to know about weather and visiting North Beach
What is the weather like at North Beach today?
It's 56°F at North Beach right now, with a comfort score of 80 (great). Monday's forecast high at North Beach 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 52°F with a 4 mph wind (comfort 58).
What is the best month to visit North Beach?
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at North Beach are September, August, and October. The best hours are usually noon to 3 PM in September, 11 AM to 2 PM in August, and noon to 3 PM in October. The warm season lasts about 3.3 months, from Jun 29 to Oct 7, when the average high is 70°F or warmer. Highs peak around Sep 8 at about 72°F.
What are the warmest and coldest months at North Beach?
September is the warmest month at North Beach, with an average high of 72°F. January is the coldest, with an average low of 44°F.
When does the fog burn off at North Beach?
Fog or low cloud covers North Beach in 47% of 8 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 11 AM. April mornings are the least foggy (12%).
When is it windiest at North Beach?
From February through October, wind at North Beach typically builds after 2 PM. In June it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 15 mph with 41% of those hours windy, while mornings average 6 mph.
How much rain does North Beach get?
December is the wettest month (5.0 in.), out of about 24.0 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 21.5 in. of rain to North Beach, 90% of the 24.0 in. normal.
How does North Beach weather compare with Downtown San Francisco?
Downtown San Francisco, 1 mile away, runs about 6°F cooler than North Beach on summer afternoons.
What kind of place is North Beach?
San Francisco's old Italian neighborhood fills the low ground between Telegraph Hill and Russian Hill. It centers on Washington Square and the cafés, bakeries, and bars along Columbus and Grant Avenues. Coit Tower stands on Telegraph Hill right above it, reached by stairways and a Muni bus. North Beach sits in a hollow between two hills, well east of the Golden Gate. That makes it one of the more sheltered places in the northern city for an outdoor table.
What is North Beach weather like in November?
November at North Beach averages a high of 63°F and a low of 48°F, with 2.6 in. of rain over about 7 rainy days. About 12% of morning hours are foggy. Afternoon wind averages 6 mph.
More about North Beach 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, Coit Tower (accessed 2026-10-27)
- San Francisco Recreation and Parks, Joe DiMaggio Playground (accessed 2026-10-27)
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