If you’ve noticed the sky looking different tonight, you’re not imagining it.
A thick blanket of clouds is moving across the region as temperatures drop into the 50s — a sharp shift that is already catching residents off guard. Southwest winds gusting up to 22 mph are pushing stratus clouds in from the coast, and by early tomorrow morning, those clouds will reach the inland valleys too.
This is not a brief overnight event. Forecasters are tracking a cooling trend that will stretch through the entire weekend — and the changes go beyond just temperature.
What to Expect Tonight
Expect heavy cloud cover well before midnight. The winds will be noticeable — not dangerous, but strong enough to make it feel significantly colder than the thermometer reads. If you have outdoor plans tonight, bring a jacket. The 50s can feel much colder when the wind is involved.
This Weekend: Morning Clouds, Midday Clearing — Repeat
The marine layer is settling in for the weekend. That means a consistent pattern: waking up to cloudy, grey mornings, with clearing skies around midday. Do not let the morning fool you — conditions will improve as the day goes on, but don’t expect full sunshine or warm afternoons.
Humidity levels will also rise through Saturday and Sunday. For people with respiratory sensitivities, this combination of cool air, moisture, and wind is worth paying attention to.
Why This Matters
This cooling trend signals the marine layer is taking control of regional weather patterns — a shift that typically means more unpredictable mornings and less reliable weekend weather for the next several days.
If you have outdoor events, yard work, or any early morning activities planned this weekend, build in flexibility. Conditions could vary significantly from one hour to the next.
Stay weather-aware. Updates will follow as conditions develop.