San Francisco residents wake up to a mostly cloudy sky as the city eases into a predominantly dry week, with temperatures set to climb up through the first half of this work week. As of this morning, the latest forecast shows a slight chill in the air amid cloudy conditions, but the hint of a warm trend is just around the corner.

With the departure of a low-pressure system, the Bay Area's weather takes a turn towards more stable conditions. Morning fog is expected to dissipate by late morning, giving way to clearer skies and marking the start of a gentle warming trend. Highs for today are anticipated to stay within the seasonal range—upper 50s along the coast to the upper 60s in inland areas.

The upcoming days promise a more pronounced rise in temperatures, sparked by building high pressure over the West Coast. By Tuesday, morning lows in the mid to upper 40s and daytime highs in the 60s and 70s are expected, with Wednesday and Thursday shaping up to be the warmest days of the week. Some inland areas may even venture into the low 80s, offering a brief summer tease.

Concurrently, the National Weather Service San Francisco CA area forecast discussion supports this warming trend, while marine conditions also mirror the settling weather with regards to wind and swell. Despite this, boaters should heed the continued advisory for certain coastal areas due to persistent northwest winds, though fair weather dominates the week's outlook.

Despite the rise in mercury, no precipitation is on the horizon for the Bay Area, aligning with Climate Prediction Center's insights that forecast below-average rainfall for the region in the coming weeks. While ensemble guidance suggests a potential return of unsettled weather towards the end of April, the confidence in these projections remains reserved.

This fleeting spell of drier and warmer weather presents an ideal opportunity for San Francisco residents to enjoy outdoor activities before the possibility of April showers making a late return.