Berkeley, California Weather
Berkeley, California — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Berkeley, Alameda County.
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About Berkeley, California
Berkeley unfolds across a landscape where the gentle slopes of the Berkeley Hills descend towards the shimmering expanse of the San Francisco Bay. It lies 3.7 miles south-east of El Cerrito, CA (from El Cerrito, CA: bearing 145°T), and is situated 4.6 miles north of Oakland. This unique geography, where eucalyptus groves and chaparral meet the salty tang of the estuary, has shaped its history from its earliest days as a place of indigenous Ohlone villages to its later development as a hub of intellectual and political ferment. The city's economy, once rooted in industries like shipbuilding and quarrying, has transformed into a vibrant ecosystem driven by innovation, research, and a thriving independent business sector, reflecting the enduring spirit of its residents. The very air here, often carrying the cool breath of the Pacific, seems to hold a certain clarity, a promise of discovery that has drawn people for generations. The cultural heart of Berkeley beats with a distinct rhythm, a legacy of its progressive ideals and its commitment to intellectual exploration. This spirit is vividly embodied by its world-renowned university, a beacon of learning that has nurtured countless thinkers and leaders. The city’s character is further defined by its iconic landmarks, from the majestic Campanile to the vibrant streets alive with art and activism, a testament to its enduring commitment to free expression. Berkeley has been home to a constellation of famous individuals who have left indelible marks on the world, their ideas and creations echoing through the generations. Major annual events draw crowds eager to experience Berkeley's unique blend of academic rigor, artistic expression, and community engagement, further cementing its reputation as a place of profound influence and enduring charm.
Live animated radar for Berkeley 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.
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| Location | Berkeley, Alameda County, California |
| Coordinates | 37.871593°N, 122.272747°W |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 94704, 94708, 94701, 94702, 94703 |
| Area Code | 510 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Berkeley, California Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Berkeley, California, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. 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 Berkeley includes coordinates 37.871593°N, 122.272747°W, situated in Alameda County. ZIP code 94704, 94708, 94701, 94702, 94703. Telephone area code: 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. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. 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.
