

Depending on the timing, these winds might be able to cool off downtown for the first time in days. These strong winds will eventually funnel east of Sutro Tower. San Francisco: The sea breeze is knocking on the west side’s door today! Look for 20-25 mph gusts possible on the Presidio and parts of the Sunset and Richmond districts this afternoon.But in general, we’re past the apex of the heat wave and temperatures will be on the decline starting Wednesday. Gerry Diaz / WeatherBellīay Area residents will have to wait and see if this breach in the heat dome is a sign that the entire weather system will finally begin to fall apart. The sea breeze will slowly inch its way back to the coast and SF Bay this afternoon, helping to bring a strong rush of cool, Pacific air back for the first time in nearly a week. It goes without saying that this breeze is nothing like what we would see during peak fog season, but if 15-20 mph sustained winds do make it north of Alcatraz and into the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, that could be enough of a push for cold, Pacific air to make a dent on the heat dome.

The European, American and Canadian weather models are all signaling something that the Bay Area hasn’t seen for several days now: a moderate sea breeze. Gerry Diaz / weatherbell The sea breeze says soon. This is down from the 15-20-degree anomaly we were seeing just a day ago. But for the first time in almost a week, the weather models are suggesting only a 5-7-degree anomaly in S.F. Temperatures are set to run 20-30 degrees once again above average in the North Bay highlands, East Bay interior valleys and Santa Cruz mountains. Read more: California heat wave live updates.A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn.

The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Note: In November, the average maximum UV index of 3 translate into the following recommendations: A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person. UV indexThe months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz are February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 3. SunshineThe average sunshine in November in Santa Cruz is 6.5h. 2023, at 2:00 am consequently, the time zone reverts from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 12. 2022, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from PDT to PST. On the last day of November, in Santa Cruz, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:51 pm PST. On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:10 pm PDT. DaylightIn November, the average length of the day is 10h and 12min. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4☏ (13☌) is not comfortable. Note: At temperatures below 50☏ (10☌), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Ocean temperatureIn Santa Cruz, California, the average water temperature is 56.1☏ (13.4☌). In Santa Cruz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.9 days and collects up to 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation. Rainfall In Santa Cruz, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. HumidityIn November, the average relative humidity is 69%. In Santa Cruz, in November, the average low-temperature is 49.6☏ (9.8☌). TemperatureIn Santa Cruz, the average high-temperature in November slightly decreases from an agreeable 69.4☏ (20.8☌) in October to an enjoyable 62.8☏ (17.1☌). The last month of the autumn, November, is another comfortable month in Santa Cruz, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.8☏ (17.1☌) and min 49.6☏ (9.8☌).
