San Diego County is expecting an uncharacteristic week of weather during mid-November, starting with a mix of warmth and dryness, which will progress to windy and wet conditions. The National Weather Service predicts a high probability of rain between Wednesday and Saturday, with varying degrees of precipitation across the county.
Here's a look at the latest rainfall forecast! Coast and valleys: 0.75 to 1.5 inches
— NWS San Diego (@NWSSanDiego) November 12, 2023
Mountains: 1 to 2 inches
High Desert: 0.25 to 0.50 inch
Low deserts: 0.15 to 0.35 inch pic.twitter.com/f2AMalWkXI
Specifically, it is forecast that widespread precipitation will begin around Wednesday night, primarily affecting Thursday to Friday and possibly extending into Saturday morning. NBC7 San Diego reports rainfall estimates ranging from 0.75 to 1.5 inches in the coastal and valley areas, 0.25 to 1 inch in the deserts, and 1.5 to 3 inches in the mountains, although the exact figures and timing of the heaviest rainfall are somewhat uncertain.
As for temperatures this week, the coastal regions are expected to be primarily cloudy, with highs in the mid-70s. The inland valley areas are predicted to achieve some cloudiness through Friday, with highs in the low 70s. Desert regions in the county quickly embrace highs in the upper 70s throughout the week, and daytime mountain temperatures are estimated to fluctuate between the high 50s and mid-60s. Once the storm system departs, likely next Sunday or Monday, the weather should return to dry conditions with warmer temperatures.
Concerning marine conditions, no hazardous situations are projected up to Wednesday. According to NBC7 San Diego, wind projections suggest wind speeds will remain predominantly under 20 knots during this period. Given the dynamic nature of the weather this week, it is crucial for residents to stay informed about the evolving forecasts and to be prepared for the ensuing weather conditions.
