San Diego residents are facing weather conditions today, with gusty winds, scattered showers, and mountain snow showers in the forecast. According to the National Weather Service San Diego, 50-60 mph gusts are expected to continue through tonight on desert slopes and below passes. Light showers and mountain snow will persist, with a slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Travelers should carefully note the wind advisories until this evening, particularly in areas like the Apple and Lucerne Valleys and the San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. Snow showers will steadily increase from late morning through early Sunday, with snow levels fluctuating between 5,000 and 6,000 feet. San Bernardino County mountains may see 2-6 inches of snow above 5,500 feet. Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant conditions, but Skywarn activation has not been requested yet.
On the coast, NWS San Diego warns of 3 to 6 feet elevated surf with sets up to 7 feet, peaking Sunday night and Monday, and highest on south-facing beaches. Strong rip currents are also expected. A slight chance of thunderstorms at the beaches means there could be brief heavy rainfall, erratic winds, and lightning later today and into the early evening hours. Mariners should also exercise caution due to the slight chance of thunderstorms over the waters, bringing similar hazards.
After this cold front subsides, high pressure will gradually rebuild next week, heralding fairer and warmer weather. Coastal areas and valleys will experience the usual nighttime and morning clouds characteristic of the region. Temperature deviations could emerge toward the middle of the week as forecast models show less agreement. This could impact the detail and confidence level of the weather outlook for the latter part of the week. Meanwhile, the mountains and deserts are poised to enjoy fair weather with temperatures hovering near or slightly above normal.
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