Visitacion Valley Weather
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Visitacion Valley is the southernmost neighborhood on San Francisco's east side. The valley slopes from the McLaren Park ridge down toward Bayshore Boulevard and the Brisbane line, with San Bruno Mountain rising just across the county border. Leland Avenue is its small main street, the Visitacion Valley Greenway strings community gardens and pocket parks north toward McLaren Park, and Herz Playground holds Coffman Pool. Little Hollywood sits in its southeast corner, and the T Third line ends at Bayshore and Sunnydale.
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Comfort Breakdown
Visitacion Valley weather today and through the year
It's 55°F at Visitacion Valley right now (feels like 52°F), with 7 mph wind and a comfort score of 79. Monday's forecast high at Visitacion Valley is 56°F, 7°F below the mid November normal of 63°F. The best window today is noon to 3 PM, at about 52°F with a 3 mph wind (comfort 55).
September is the warmest month at Visitacion Valley, 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 24.1 in. a year. By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Visitacion Valley are September, August, and October. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, noon to 3 PM in August, and noon to 3 PM in October.
Visitacion Valley is shaped by two high points: McLaren Park's ridge on the north and San Bruno Mountain on the south. Between them, the land drains east toward the bay, the way Sunnydale Creek once ran to Visitacion Bay. Marine air that spills over the low country around Daly City follows that same slope downhill, so summer afternoons here are reliably breezy. The wind strengthens toward Bayshore Boulevard and the open shoreline at Candlestick.
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 Visitacion Valley in the next few days
Active National Weather Service alerts
- High Surf Advisory until Tue 4:00 AM
Best time to go
The best window today is noon to 3 PM, at about 52°F with a 3 mph wind (comfort 55).
Best day this week
Of the next 7 days, Friday looks best for Visitacion Valley, with a 61°F high and midday comfort near 79. Today looks weakest (45).
Rain
Next good chance of rain: today (73%, about 0.45 in.).
Live weather map
Weather around Visitacion Valley right now
Overcast and 55° at Visitacion Valley right now.
About the live weather map for Visitacion Valley
The map centers on Visitacion Valley 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.
Visitacion Valley vs nearby places
Typical summer conditions compared with Visitacion Valley, 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 Visitacion Valley |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McLaren Park | 0.9 mi | -4°F | 37% | 13 mph | more summer morning fog (37% vs 21% of morning hours) and about 4°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| Bayview-Hunters Point | 1.2 mi | same | 24% | 12 mph | a very similar climate |
| Excelsior District | 1.4 mi | -4°F | 44% | 13 mph | more summer morning fog (44% vs 21% of morning hours) and about 4°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| Montara | 13.5 mi | -13°F | 60% | 8 mph | more summer morning fog (60% vs 21% of morning hours) and about 13°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| Moss Beach | 14.3 mi | -11°F | 66% | 9 mph | more summer morning fog (66% vs 21% of morning hours) and about 11°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| Half Moon Bay | 17.4 mi | -6°F | 64% | 8 mph | more summer morning fog (64% vs 21% of morning hours) and about 6°F cooler on summer afternoons |
Places with a climate like Visitacion Valley's
- Ring Mountain Preserve (14 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
- Larkspur (17 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
- China Camp State Park (21 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
Climate Dashboard
Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline
What the Visitacion Valley climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at Visitacion Valley 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 Visitacion Valley 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.
Visitacion Valley weather by month
September is the warmest month at Visitacion Valley, 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 24.1 in. a year. Morning fog peaks in July, when fog or low cloud covers 24% of the hours from 6 to 10 AM. October has the clearest middays, with clouds covering about 23% of the sky from 11 AM to 3 PM.
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Visitacion Valley are September, August, and October. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, noon to 3 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 | 4.5 in | 9 | 14% | 36% | 6 mph | 9.8 h | 57 |
| Feb | 60°F | 46°F | 4.6 in | 9 | 13% | 28% | 8 mph | 10.7 h | 60 |
| Mar | 62°F | 47°F | 3.4 in | 8 | 11% | 32% | 9 mph | 11.9 h | 63 |
| Apr | 64°F | 48°F | 1.7 in | 5 | 9% | 27% | 11 mph | 13.2 h | 69 |
| May | 66°F | 51°F | 0.8 in | 4 | 11% | 32% | 12 mph | 14.2 h | 70 |
| Jun | 69°F | 53°F | 0.2 in | 2 | 16% | 24% | 13 mph | 14.8 h | 80 |
| Jul | 70°F | 55°F | 0.0 in | 0 | 24% | 28% | 12 mph | 14.5 h | 80 |
| Aug | 71°F | 56°F | 0.1 in | 1 | 22% | 27% | 11 mph | 13.6 h | 86 |
| Sep | 72°F | 55°F | 0.1 in | 2 | 15% | 26% | 10 mph | 12.3 h | 90 |
| Oct | 70°F | 53°F | 1.1 in | 4 | 11% | 23% | 8 mph | 11.1 h | 84 |
| Nov | 63°F | 48°F | 2.6 in | 7 | 11% | 25% | 6 mph | 10.1 h | 68 |
| Dec | 57°F | 45°F | 5.0 in | 9 | 21% | 37% | 6 mph | 9.6 h | 37 |
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 Visitacion Valley 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 Visitacion Valley has actually seen.
What makes Visitacion Valley's weather different
When the fog burns off
2 PMwhen July fog usually thins (29% foggy at 4 AM)
Fog or low cloud covers Visitacion Valley in 29% of 4 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 2 PM. April mornings are the least foggy (9%).
When the wind picks up
2 PMwhen afternoon wind builds, February–October
From February through October, wind at Visitacion Valley typically builds after 2 PM. In June it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 15 mph with 43% of those hours windy, while mornings average 6 mph.
Microclimate
−4°FExcelsior District, 1.4 mi away, on summer afternoons
Excelsior District, 1.4 miles away, runs about 4°F cooler than Visitacion Valley on summer afternoons. It also has far more summer morning fog, 44% of morning hours compared with 21%.
Daylight
9.6–14.8 hof daylight, Dec to Jun
Days at Visitacion Valley 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 Visitacion Valley
- Warm seasonJul 8 – Oct 6 · highs 70°F+
The warm season lasts about 3 months, from Jul 8 to Oct 6, when the average high is 70°F or warmer. Highs peak around Sep 8 at about 72°F.
- Cool seasonNov 28 – Mar 1 · highs 61°F or lower
The cool season runs from Nov 28 to Mar 1, 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, Visitacion Valley averaged no days at 90°F or hotter and no freezing nights. It averaged 16 days a year with at least half an inch of rain and 3 afternoons with wind of 20 mph or more at 2 PM. About 76 mornings a year had 3 or more hours of fog or low cloud.
In the same record, the hottest day was Sep 9, 2026 (85°F) and the coldest night was Dec 13, 2025 (44°F). The wettest day was Nov 23, 2024 (2.67 in.), and the strongest 2 PM gust was 43 mph on Mar 12, 2025.
- 0days at 90°F or hotter
- 0nights at or below freezing
- 16days with ½ in. of rain or more
- 3afternoons with 20+ mph wind
- 76mornings with 3+ hours of fog or low cloud
- Hottest day85°FSep 9, 2026
- Coldest night44°FDec 13, 2025
- Wettest day2.67 inNov 23, 2024
- Strongest 2 PM gust43 mphMar 12, 2025
What shapes Visitacion Valley's weather
Visitacion Valley's distance from the ocean works in its favor. Southeast San Francisco tends to burn off its morning overcast early. California State Parks says nearby Candlestick often basks in sun while the rest of the city is in fog. Visitacion Valley tends to share that brighter weather. San Bruno Mountain's summit just to the south often holds a cap of fog, though. When the layer of foggy ocean air runs deep, that fog can push over the mountain's north slope.
The valley floor along Bayshore and Leland sits well below the slopes toward McLaren Park. On clear, still nights cool air drains down and settles there. The hillside streets near the Greenway stay a little milder and catch the morning sun first.
Tips for visiting Visitacion Valley
Swim or play at Herz Playground
Coffman Pool at Herz Playground offers swimming lessons and open swim, along with courts, fields, and a sand-floor playground. Herz Playground is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Volunteer at the Greenway Agriculture Lot
The communal garden at Campbell Avenue and Rutland Street welcomes drop-in volunteers during its weekly open garden hours.
Ride the T Third to Sunnydale
Muni's T Third Street line ends at Bayshore Boulevard and Sunnydale Avenue, at the valley's eastern edge.
Catch Caltrain at Bayshore
Bayshore station at 400 Tunnel Avenue connects with the T Third and several Muni bus lines. It has only a small parking lot.
Hike up into McLaren Park
McLaren Park's trails connect to the Visitacion Valley Greenway on the park's south side. Go early on summer days, before the wind builds.
Visitacion Valley through the seasons
- Spring (March–May)
- Spring brings the year's least foggy mornings and is a good season for the Greenway's gardens.
- Summer (June–August)
- Gray starts are common, yet the overcast here usually lifts before it does on the west side. Afternoon wind picks up, as it does at nearby Candlestick.
- Fall (September–October)
- Expect the year's warmest afternoons, along with a break from the summer wind.
- Winter (November–February)
- Winter is the rainy season. Springs on McLaren Park's south slope once fed Sunnydale Creek, which flowed down the valley into Visitacion Bay.
Activities and the weather that matters
- Swimming at Coffman Pool: The pool is a good option on any day, and especially on the rare hot fall afternoons.
- Community gardening: Spring and fall are the most pleasant seasons. Summer afternoons bring steady wind.
- Walking the Greenway to McLaren Park: Go on clear mornings. The climb toward the ridge gets windier as you go.
Official sources and current conditions
- SF Recreation and Parks: Herz Playground and Coffman Pool
- SF Recreation and Parks: Visitacion Valley Greenway Agriculture Lot
- SF Recreation and Parks: Little Hollywood Park
- Caltrain: Bayshore station
- SFMTA: T Third Street
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 | 59.7° / 53° | 6.6h | 2d | 4.19" | 18 |
| December 2024 | 70 | 57.9° / 51.3° | 5h | 8d | 5.27" | 12 |
| January 2025 | 82 | 57.3° / 49.4° | 6.8h | 3d | 0.17" | 21 |
| February 2025 | 73 | 58.1° / 49.6° | 6.5h | 6d | 6.2" | 12 |
| March 2025 | 81 | 58.1° / 50.5° | 8.3h | 1d | 1.7" | 20 |
| April 2025 | 87 | 59.6° / 51.8° | 9.8h | 0d | 0.34" | 24 |
| May 2025 | 89 | 61.1° / 52.8° | 12.1h | 2d | 0.15" | 29 |
| June 2025 | 83 | 60.2° / 53.9° | 11.9h | 9d | 0" | 21 |
| July 2025 | 86 | 61.8° / 56.3° | 11h | 6d | 0" | 27 |
| August 2025 | 90 | 65.6° / 58.3° | 10.7h | 5d | 0.08" | 29 |
| September 2025 | 91 | 68° / 60.8° | 9.2h | 2d | 0.07" | 30 |
| October 2025 | 89 | 66.6° / 58.6° | 8h | 3d | 1.07" | 26 |
| November 2025 | 79 | 61.5° / 54.7° | 6.7h | 9d | 3.18" | 16 |
| December 2025 | 67 | 56.1° / 49.9° | 4.6h | 14d | 4.22" | 7 |
| January 2026 | 78 | 59.3° / 51.3° | 6.8h | 2d | 4.33" | 22 |
| February 2026 | 76 | 60.5° / 52.3° | 6.4h | 4d | 4.1" | 16 |
| March 2026 | 94 | 67.2° / 55.4° | 9.6h | 2d | 0.03" | 26 |
| April 2026 | 85 | 61.8° / 54° | 9.5h | 3d | 3.67" | 22 |
| May 2026 | 88 | 61.7° / 54.1° | 11.2h | 5d | 0.54" | 25 |
| June 2026 | 90 | 63.5° / 56° | 12.1h | 1d | 0.01" | 29 |
| July 2026 | 90 | 64.5° / 57.6° | 11.3h | 4d | 0" | 28 |
| August 2026 | 89 | 64.5° / 58° | 10.6h | 9d | 0" | 28 |
| September 2026 | 92 | 67.3° / 59.5° | 9.7h | 5d | 0.06" | 28 |
| October 2026 | 91 | 67.4° / 58.2° | 8.4h | 3d | 0.16" | 30 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the Visitacion Valley climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Visitacion Valley, 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 Visitacion Valley. 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 Visitacion Valley, the warmest typical hour is 2 PM in September (73°F). The coldest is 6 AM in February (47°F).
- Fog: Fog or low cloud covers Visitacion Valley in 29% of 4 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 2 PM. April mornings are the least foggy (9%).
- Wind: From February through October, wind at Visitacion Valley typically builds after 2 PM. In June it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 15 mph with 43% of those hours windy, while mornings average 6 mph.
- Cloud Cover: October middays are the clearest at Visitacion Valley (23% average cloud cover), and December middays are the cloudiest (37%).
- Solar Radiation: The strongest typical sun at Visitacion Valley comes at 1 PM in June, averaging 928 W/m².
How to read the hourly heatmaps for Visitacion Valley
This heatmap shows how average temperature at Visitacion Valley 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 Visitacion Valley. 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 Visitacion Valley 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 Visitacion Valley 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 Visitacion Valley 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 Visitacion Valley
- October 2026 recap: October 2026 at Visitacion Valley averaged a high of 67°F, about the same as October 2025 (67°F).
- Rain year: The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 21.2 in. of rain to Visitacion Valley, 88% of the 24.1 in. normal.
Location Details
Visitacion Valley weather questions
Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Visitacion Valley
What is the weather like at Visitacion Valley today?
It's 55°F at Visitacion Valley right now, with a comfort score of 79 (great). Monday's forecast high at Visitacion Valley is 56°F, 7°F below the mid November normal of 63°F. The best window today is noon to 3 PM, at about 52°F with a 3 mph wind (comfort 55).
What is the best month to visit Visitacion Valley?
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Visitacion Valley are September, August, and October. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, noon to 3 PM in August, and noon to 3 PM in October. The warm season lasts about 3 months, from Jul 8 to Oct 6, 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 Visitacion Valley?
September is the warmest month at Visitacion Valley, 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 Visitacion Valley?
Fog or low cloud covers Visitacion Valley in 29% of 4 AM hours in July, the foggiest month. It usually thins to a third of that by 2 PM. April mornings are the least foggy (9%).
When is it windiest at Visitacion Valley?
From February through October, wind at Visitacion Valley typically builds after 2 PM. In June it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 15 mph with 43% of those hours windy, while mornings average 6 mph.
How much rain does Visitacion Valley get?
December is the wettest month (5.0 in.), out of about 24.1 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 21.2 in. of rain to Visitacion Valley, 88% of the 24.1 in. normal.
How does Visitacion Valley weather compare with Excelsior District?
Excelsior District, 1.4 miles away, runs about 4°F cooler than Visitacion Valley on summer afternoons. It also has far more summer morning fog, 44% of morning hours compared with 21%.
What kind of place is Visitacion Valley?
Visitacion Valley is the southernmost neighborhood on San Francisco's east side. The valley slopes from the McLaren Park ridge down toward Bayshore Boulevard and the Brisbane line, with San Bruno Mountain rising just across the county border. Leland Avenue is its small main street, the Visitacion Valley Greenway strings community gardens and pocket parks north toward McLaren Park, and Herz Playground holds Coffman Pool. Little Hollywood sits in its southeast corner, and the T Third line ends at Bayshore and Sunnydale.
What is Visitacion Valley weather like in November?
November at Visitacion Valley averages a high of 63°F and a low of 48°F, with 2.6 in. of rain over about 7 rainy days. About 11% of morning hours are foggy. Afternoon wind averages 6 mph.
More about Visitacion Valley 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 Recreation and Parks, Herz Playground (accessed 2026-10-27)
- San Francisco Recreation and Parks, Visitacion Valley Greenway Agriculture Lot Garden (accessed 2026-10-27)
- SFMTA, T Third Street (accessed 2026-10-27)
- Caltrain, Bayshore station (accessed 2026-10-27)
- San Francisco Recreation and Parks, McLaren Park Trails (accessed 2026-10-27)
- SF Recreation and Parks, Significant Natural Resource Areas Management Plan, section 6.19 McLaren Park (final draft, February 2006) (accessed 2026-10-27)
- California State Parks, Candlestick Point State Recreation Area (accessed 2026-10-27)
- National Weather Service, Climate of San Francisco (NOAA Technical Memorandum NWS WR-126, Jan Null, 1995) (accessed 2026-10-27)
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