An early-autumn San Francisco Bay Area heat wave that was originally forecast to last two to three days persisted for more than a week, bringing an unusual spell of sweltering weather in October. The heat persisted,

Along the coast and the Bay, the relief was expected to begin Tuesday, with temperatures in places such as Oakland and San Mateo not exceeding 80 degrees. San Francisco, which boiled at a record 97 degrees on Sunday, is expected to have a high of 73 Tuesday and 66 on Wednesday.

Air conditioners across the Bay Area have been blasting for days amid the record-breaking heat wave, and many residents can expect their next energy bill to reflect that. But just in time, a PG&E credit is on its way that will help offset soaring bills.