Residents of San Diego experienced a blend of relief and caution as the National Weather Service San Diego lifted a Tsunami Advisory early this morning. The advisory was canceled just before 6 AM, and though the imminent threat has passed, strong currents persist and will likely continue to affect the coastal areas into the afternoon. Inland, the weather remains mostly unchanged, with slight warming predicted over the weekend and a fluctuating marine layer that may affect visibility in some regions.
Earlier this morning, an initial tsunami wave measured approximately 0.36 feet and hit La Jolla shores, according to an update from the National Weather Service San Diego's social media post. While this wave was not severe, officials warn that subsequent waves could continue for several hours, leaving room for potential hazards. In response, local authorities urged residents to steer clear of the water and pay close attention to further guidance.
The first tsunami waves have reached La Jolla shores as of 1:45 AM, registering around 0.36 feet. For areas upstream, the first waves haven't been the biggest with arrival of additional waves for 6 or more hours after the initial wave. pic.twitter.com/8LeChjCFyt
— NWS San Diego (@NWSSanDiego) July 30, 2025
Regarding local weather, a modest warming trend will bring temperatures near seasonal averages as the weekend approaches. Friday's coastal highs are predicted to range from the lower to mid-70s. At the same time, areas farther inland, including the Inland Empire, could see highs climbing from the upper 80s to the upper 90s, with lower deserts potentially reaching a scorching 106 to 112 degrees.
The marine layer, expected to fluctuate between 1500 and 2000 feet deep, will continue bringing night and morning coastal low clouds into the western valleys. In their recent discussion, the National Weather Service San Diego stated, "Not much change or slight warming through Friday with high temperatures around to a few degrees below average." This forecast suggests a period of climatic stability for residents, despite the earlier seismic activity's disruptions to coastal routines.
The aviation forecast remains clear for most with VFR (Visual Flight Rules) conditions continuing through Thursday morning, ensuring minimal disruption for air travel in the region. However, mariners are cautioned to remain vigilant as, despite the cancellation of the Tsunami Advisory, unpredictable and strong currents could still present dangerous conditions for boating throughout the day.
