In the famed city by the Bay, each neighborhood has its own microclimate. Within a few blocks it may feel like a different city altogether -- hotter than normal temperatures in the Mission, copious amounts of fog in the Richmond and Sunset, just to name a few.
The weather unpredictability makes getting dressed challenging -- it’s not easy to be prepared for all the elements the 7x7 mile city dishes out.
San Franciscans, and even neighboring dwellers, ultimately learn to layer in mid-weight pieces.
No matter what season, it’s always cold in the shade.
Whether you have a basic understanding of the various neighborhoods, here are some ideas on outerwear for the ever-changing temperatures.