Strong Wind — Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, California

2022-05-02 · Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, California

Event narrative

Peak wind gust 52 mph recorded at PG&E Snake Road station.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold front (by May standards) swept through the Bay Area Monday. In its wake, gusty northwest winds developed, with the strongest winds along and near the North Bay coast. A wind advisory was issued for the North Bay Coast for the Monday afternoon through evening period. Peak wind gusts of 35-50 mph were recorded along the coast, creating travel disruptions.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1029601. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.