San Diegans can expect warmer temperatures rolling into the region, with highs reaching 5-10 degrees above normal inland today. The warming trend is set to continue on Sunday, with inland valleys, mountains, and deserts experiencing temperatures 7-17 degrees above typical readings. Coastal areas will be slightly cooler but still 3-5 degrees warmer than usual, according to NWS San Diego.
Beyond the warm weekend, next week's forecast includes a twist with a cooling trend starting Tuesday and a chance for rainfall. "Cooling trend begins Tuesday with a chance of rain Tuesday night through Thursday, with the highest chances on Wednesday," an area forecast discussion from the National Weather Service stated. Despite the certainty of the cooldown, the specifics of rainfall amounts remain uncertain, according to the National Weather Service.
The weekend also brings patchy low clouds near the coast each night and morning, while desert mountain slopes should prepare for periods of breezy westerly winds. While coastal temperatures hover close to normal, forecasts predict that the inland valleys will experience highs roughly 10-15 degrees above the norm by Monday.
In preparation for the midweek weather shift, residents in Southwestern California should monitor updates as chances of rain accumulate toward Wednesday's peak. "50-60% chance of rain on Wednesday for the mountains westward though confidence in rainfall amounts is low," signals the NWS San Diego in their forecast. Moreover, aviation and marine conditions appear stable for now, but those looking to take to the skies or sea should stay alert for changes as the week progresses.
