San Francisco
Country: USA · Region: California · Currency: US Dollar
San Francisco is one of the world's most visited cities, renowned for its scenic beauty, unique culture, and diverse neighborhoods sandwiched between the Bay and Pacific Ocean. The city offers vibrant attractions from Victorian homes and iconic landmarks to ethnic enclaves and world-class dining.
Top sights
Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Cable cars, Mission Dolores, Coit Tower, Palace of Fine Arts
Things to do
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Iconic bridge spanning the strait at the entrance to San Francisco Bay.
- Alcatraz Island
- Federal prison that held some of the most notorious criminals of the era, now a popular tourist attraction.
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Complex built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition to showcase the rebuilt city.
- Coit Tower
- Landmark built atop Telegraph Hill following the 1906 earthquake and fire reconstruction.
Where to eat
- Chinatown
- Historic neighborhood with crowded and exciting streets featuring Chinese cuisine and culture.
Forecast for San Francisco
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Weather in San Francisco by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F | 46°F | 4.8 in | 12 |
| February | 59°F | 47°F | 3.6 in | 8 |
| March | 60°F | 49°F | 3.8 in | 12 |
| April | 62°F | 50°F | 1.3 in | 4 |
| May | 63°F | 52°F | 0.7 in | 3 |
| June | 67°F | 55°F | 0.1 in | 1 |
| July | 67°F | 56°F | 0.0 in | 2 |
| August | 69°F | 58°F | 0.0 in | 1 |
| September | 71°F | 58°F | 0.1 in | 2 |
| October | 70°F | 55°F | 1.1 in | 4 |
| November | 62°F | 50°F | 2.3 in | 7 |
| December | 57°F | 46°F | 5.1 in | 12 |
Getting around
San Francisco has cable cars still in daily use as actual transportation, and is one of the best U.S. destinations to explore without a car.
What to eat
The city features great ethnic and cultural diversity in its varied neighborhoods, from the crowded streets of Chinatown to other distinct cultural dining districts.
Tips
Dress in layers as wind and temperature conditions can change within less than a mile's walk; late September through October offers the warmest and best visiting weather.
Best for
Culture, history, iconic landmarks