Strong Wind — East Bay Interior Valleys, California
2021-02-24 · East Bay Interior Valleys, California
39 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
Alcosta Boulevard station (PG&E) reported gusts of 45 mph.
Wider weather episode
Building high pressure and a strengthening offshore pressure gradient brought gusty offshore winds to the hills of the Bay Area in late February. Higher elevations saw winds generally between 45 and 65 mph with the areas tallest peaks (Mt St Helena) nearly reaching 80 mph.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 945735. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.