The National Weather Service in San Diego has provided an update on weather conditions for the region, highlighting that some light showers may persist into the afternoon, especially near the mountains. According to the National Weather Service San Diego, the possibility of rainfall reaching or exceeding 0.01 inch ranges from the coast to the mountains, with chances pegged at a modest 20 percent, and snow levels staying notably high at 8500 to 9000 feet.
For those looking ahead to Thanksgiving plans, dry weather accompanied by weak offshore flow promises a cozier holiday. Temperatures are expected to rise a bit, "for the coast and valleys a few to around 5 degrees warmer than today with the deserts a few to around 5 degrees cooler," NWS San Diego reports. In detail, valley and inland coastal areas can anticipate Thanksgiving day highs from the upper 60s to mid-70s, while the lower deserts will hover in the lower to mid-70s.
The forecasted warm spell is not fleeting: temperatures will keep climbing over the weekend. As you plan your weekend outings, take note of the rising mercury, "High temperatures for Sunday will be around 5 degrees above average to locally 10 degrees above average for portions of the mountains and inland valleys," NWS San Diego explains. Coastal areas will see mid to upper 60s with valleys potentially basking in the mid-70s to lower 80s, ensuring a summery backdrop to any weekend excursions.
Aviation alerts pointed out variable cloud bases ranging from 1500 to 3000 feet MSL in the morning hours, which could descend to as low as 700 to 1000 feet MSL should isolated showers arise. "Overall low confidence in CIG heights and duration at the TAF sites," the NWS San Diego cautions. Furthermore, desert regions can expect breezy west winds, which might pose moderate up/down drafts and lead to areas of low-level wind shear notably, over and east of the mountainous terrains.
Recreational water-goers and beach aficionados take heed: no immediate marine weather hazards loom through Sunday. However, a south swell will keep surfers entertained with 3-5-foot waves and occasional 6-foot sets on south-facing shores today and Thursday. "Strong rip currents can be expected," the NWS San Diego warns, stressing the need for vigilance among beachgoers. As the week progresses, this swell is set to subside by Friday.
The region's Skywarn network, while not activated, still encourages weather spotters to report noteworthy meteorological phenomena, a small nod to the collective effort of a community united under often-clear but sometimes cloud-strewn skies of Southern California.
