Wednesday sun alert in Oakland — 3 ways to take advantage of it

(OAKLAND, CA) A sunny Wednesday is here for Oakland, but if you haven’t got any ideas for taking advantage of it, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out these ideas along with a four-day forecast.

Have a picnic: With COVID-19 restrictions lingering around the country, this beloved pastime has taken on new relevance. Meeting a friend somewhere pretty with a basket of snacks and a blanket can be a spontaneous way to enjoy a sunny afternoon in a safer environment than indoors. Risk levels should always be taken into account along with advice from health authorities on gathering sizes.

Try a new hobby: Why not mix it up? Whether it’s rollerblading, unicycling, or a Hacky Sack throwback, a sunny afternoon invites experimentation, and means that even whiffing here or there doesn’t feel quite so frustrating.

Take a walk and try a food truck: Anyone who lives in a city has had the feeling of wondering why they don’t know the various neighborhoods better. A great way to get out and sample what your local community has to offer while enjoying the fresh air is to take a walk and grab a bite.

Along with a sunny Wednesday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Oakland:

• Wednesday, October 13

  Mostly sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 69 °F, low 46 °F
  • Windy: 24 mph

• Thursday, October 14

  Sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 76 °F, low 45 °F
  • Breezy: 1 to 9 mph

• Friday, October 15

  Sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 78 °F, low 46 °F
  • Light wind

• Saturday, October 16

  Sunny during the day; while partly cloudy overnight

  • High 80 °F, low 47 °F
  • Light wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.