Alameda, California Weather
Alameda, California — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Alameda, Alameda County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Alameda. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Alameda is published on the Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (KOAK) page, 5 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Alameda have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Alameda: Hayward Executive Airport (KHWD) 16 km · San Francisco International Airport (KSFO) 20 km · San Carlos Airport (KSQL) 28 km · Buchanan Field (KCCR) 30 km · Palo Alto Airport (KPAO) 36 km
Conditions reported at KOAK describe the airfield itself. Weather 5 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Alameda specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Alameda, California
Alameda unfurls along a slender island, a ribbon of land embraced by the San Francisco Bay. It lies 3.1 miles south-south-east of Oakland, CA (from Oakland, CA: bearing 150°T), and is situated 9.7 miles east of San Francisco. Its landscape is a gentle, sun-drenched spread of mostly flat terrain, punctuated by the occasional rise, and fringed by waterways that mirror the vast, ever-shifting sky. Here, grand Victorian homes with their intricate gingerbread trim stand sentinel beside more modest bungalows, their porches often adorned with flourishing gardens, a testament to the mild, almost Mediterranean climate that encourages a vibrant, verdant display year-round. The air itself carries a unique character, a blend of salty tang from the bay and the sweet perfume of blooming jasmine and eucalyptus, especially potent in the soft light of late afternoon. Evenings here are often marked by a hush that settles over the neighborhoods, a quietude that invites contemplation as the sun dips below the western horizon, painting the clouds in hues of rose and amethyst. The history of Alameda is as rich and varied as its shoreline, a narrative woven from maritime ambitions and a surprising agricultural past. Once a sprawling ranch, it was transformed by ambitious land developers who dreamt of creating an elegant seaside resort, hence the enduring architectural legacy of its grand homes. The island's economy, once heavily reliant on shipbuilding and naval operations, has since diversified, now embracing a dynamic mix of technology, small businesses, and the enduring charm of its local shops and eateries. Alameda's distinct character is also shaped by its unique geography, an island community that fosters a strong sense of local identity and a palpable connection to the water that surrounds it. This island spirit, combined with a commitment to preserving its historical architecture and fostering a welcoming atmosphere, defines the enduring appeal of Alameda.
Live animated radar for Alameda and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Alameda, Alameda County, California |
| Coordinates | 37.765206°N, 122.241636°W |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 93307, 94501 |
| Area Code | 661, 510 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Alameda, California Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Alameda, California, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Alameda includes coordinates 37.765206°N, 122.241636°W, situated in Alameda County. ZIP code 93307, 94501. Telephone area code: 661, 510. Timezone: Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
