San Francisco sizzles as a winter heat wave grips the West

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By JANIE HAR and HAVEN DALEYMarch 18, 2026 at 12:23 AM

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San Francisco is experiencing an unseasonable March heat wave, with temperatures nearing 90 degrees, marking the city's hottest start to spring in approximately 20 years. This heat wave is part of a larger weather pattern affecting the U.S. West, with Phoenix and Las Vegas potentially seeing record-breaking temperatures for this time of year. In contrast, the Midwest and eastern U.S. are recovering from significant snowstorms. San Francisco residents are taking advantage of the warm weather by visiting outdoor spaces like Crissy Field. The unusual heat has presented challenges for those without air conditioning.

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