The Central Coast is set for a quiet weather pattern over the next few days, characterized by dry conditions, occasional high clouds, and warming temperatures.
Saturday:
The ridge flattens slightly, allowing for additional high clouds to filter through the region, keeping skies partly cloudy. Despite the cloud cover, temperatures will continue to warm due to weak offshore flow.- Winds: Canyon winds will persist overnight into the morning, with local gusts of 35–45 mph in wind-prone areas like the hills of San Luis Obispo County.
- Temperatures: Highs will peak for the weekend, with coastal areas in the upper 70s and inland valleys climbing into the low 80s. Some locations could see temperatures 4–10°F above seasonal averages.
Sunday:
By Sunday, the high clouds will begin to clear as the subtropical moisture plume shifts southward. Offshore flow weakens, leading to slightly cooler temperatures in coastal and valley areas.- Temperatures: Expect a 2–4°F drop compared to Saturday, with highs still above seasonal averages in the mid-70s along the coast and upper 70s inland.
Long Term (Monday - Thursday):
The long-term forecast remains consistent with the trend of dry and stable weather. A high-amplitude ridge will dominate the western U.S., ensuring sunny and warm conditions through at least late next week.
- Winds:
Light offshore flow will persist, bringing occasional morning and nighttime canyon breezes, though winds are not expected to reach advisory levels. - Temperatures:
Day-to-day temperature changes will be minimal, with highs ranging from the low 70s along the coast to the upper 70s or low 80s inland. Nights will remain cool, with lows in the 40s to low 50s in most areas. - Cloud Cover:
Clear skies are expected most days, though patchy morning marine layer clouds may develop over western Santa Barbara County as offshore flow weakens slightly later in the week.
