"While Friday will be a bit cooler than today is, as we head into the weekend, that's when things heat up again, said Brayden Murdock, meteorologist with the National Weather Service's Bay Area office. Temperatures could reach 78 degrees on Saturday in Oakland, he said, and into the mid-80s on Sunday throughout much of the East Bay hills and in Oakland, Richmond, Fremont, and some nearby areas."
"High pressure will cut off winds over the coming days, allowing temperatures to rise, Murdock explained. These conditions are unusual in mid-March; spring doesn't technically start for another week. In lots of places, it's the first time you're going to see 80s, much less 90s, this time of year, Murdock said."
"The NWS recommends staying hydrated, avoiding the sun during the hottest time of the day, and using air conditioning or fans and leaving windows open at night. Parts of Southern California will move into major heat risk territory early next week."
The Bay Area will experience unseasonably warm weather this week, with temperatures rising from Friday through Tuesday. Oakland will reach 78 degrees Saturday, mid-80s Sunday, and Berkeley will hit 87 degrees Monday, with Tuesday being the warmest day of the forecast. High pressure systems cutting off winds will drive temperatures upward. These conditions are unusual for mid-March, as many areas will experience their first 80-degree temperatures this year. The National Weather Service rates the heat risk as minor to moderate for the East Bay. Gradual cooling begins Wednesday. The weather service recommends staying hydrated, avoiding midday sun, and using air conditioning or fans.
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