San Francisco Map
Interactive map of San Francisco with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
San Francisco is a city in California. San Francisco is known for Golden Gate Bridge and cable cars. It has a population of about 810.000.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in San Francisco with overcast. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 55°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit San Francisco is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Pinnacles National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 8.1°F above the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in San Francisco today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of San Francisco
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Coordinates: 37°46′29.6″N 122°25′9.8″W (37.7749, -122.4194)
Quick facts about San Francisco
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°46′29.6″N 122°25′9.8″W (37.7749, -122.4194) |
| Population | 810.000 |
| Known for | Golden Gate Bridge and cable cars |
| Local time | 4:39 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Maps of each attraction in San Francisco
2 attractions mapped in this atlas
Maps of each airport in San Francisco
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Maps of each district in San Francisco
2 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Maps of each zip / postal code in San Francisco
2 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Maps of each area code in San Francisco
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
Neighboring cities in California
Sorted by distance from San Francisco.
Getting to San Francisco
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO) · 11 mi
- Napa · 37 mi · roughly 51 min driving
- Sacramento · 75 mi · roughly 1.7 h driving
- Lake Tahoe · 158 mi · roughly 3.6 h driving
- Reno · 186 mi · roughly 4.3 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near San Francisco
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco International Airport | SFO | 11 mi | San Francisco |
Top attractions in San Francisco
Things to do in San Francisco
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around San Francisco.
Explore San Francisco
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Frequently asked questions
Where is San Francisco?
San Francisco is a city in California. Its coordinates are 37.7749, -122.4194. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in San Francisco right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 60% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit San Francisco?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in San Francisco, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is San Francisco in?
San Francisco observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 4:39 PM.
How many people live in San Francisco?
San Francisco has a population of approximately 810.000.
What is the nearest airport to San Francisco?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 11 mi away.
What are the top things to do in San Francisco?
Popular options include Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Pinnacles National Park, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and Emerald Bay State Park.
What places are in San Francisco?
San Francisco covers 8 places in this atlas, including Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco International Airport, Fisherman's Wharf, Mission District and ZIP Code 94102.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
