San Diego residents should brace for hotter temperatures this week as high pressure aloft strengthens across Southern California, according to the National Weather Service San Diego. The forecast office has reported an increase in heat risk, with inland areas expected to experience a moderate to major heat risk peaking around Wednesday and Thursday, per the National Weather Service.
As the heat peaks, inland areas are forecast to be 5 to 10 degrees above average, with expected highs ranging from the 70s near the coast to a scorching 114 to 118 degrees for the lower deserts. In a statement obtained by NWS San Diego, "Wednesday high temperatures will be as much as 5 to 10 degrees above average for inland areas." Coastal low clouds will provide some relief in the early mornings but retract quickly, exposing much of the region to the intense sun.
The mercury is not just soaring; it inspires caution for those venturing outdoors. The NWS San Diego office urges the public to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities. As part of their heat advisory, an Extreme Heat Warning will take effect from Wednesday morning to Thursday evening for the Coachella Valley and San Diego County Deserts.
Moving towards the weekend, the heat is expected to relent somewhat. "Not as hot for next weekend into early next week with high temperatures for next Sunday and Monday near to around 5 degrees below average for the coast and valleys," noted NWS San Diego. The marine layer should also deepen, allowing for cooler nights and mornings. This forecast signifies a brief respite from what seems to be an increasingly formidable summer.
