San Diego woke up under a blanket of clouds today, with San Diego International reporting a muggy 66°F early this morning. Those mostly cloudy skies are expected to hang around through the afternoon. Inland spots should top out near 71°F, while coastal neighborhoods run a bit cooler. A weak low drifting inland will keep a slight chance of spotty showers in play late today into the early hours of Wednesday, so anyone with evening plans might want to plan for clouds and the occasional quick sprinkle.
Late-day Shower Chance
Forecasts call for about a 20% chance of brief, hit-or-miss showers after 5 PM, with the better odds in the coastal foothills and inland valleys. As the night wears on, the chance of showers eases, with lows settling near 60°F and light southwest breezes around 5 mph. Rain totals near the coast should be minimal, with slightly better chances for a little extra moisture in the mountains. These details come from the National Weather Service San Diego.
Gusty Mountain Winds
The real action will be in the mountains and deserts, where gusts could reach 40 to 50 mph through passes and along desert slopes. That kind of wind can make driving on exposed roads a handful and will happily toss around anything left unsecured in yards or campsites. A Wind Advisory is in effect for inland mountain and desert areas tonight into Wednesday, so residents there are urged to tie down loose outdoor furniture and use extra caution behind the wheel. Earlier this month, local coverage highlighted similar offshore and pass-driven gusts during a warming trend.
Weekend Outlook
Looking ahead, a brief offshore push on Friday is expected to bring drier air and gusty northeast winds along the mountain slopes, followed by a steady warmup into the weekend. By Sunday, highs are forecast to climb into the upper 70s to around 79°F, roughly 10 to 15°F above typical for early April. That warming trend and the advisory information are detailed by the National Weather Service San Diego.
What This Means For Your Plans
For today and tonight, a light rain jacket is smart backup for evening plans, especially near the coast where it will stay cooler and cloudier. Inland outings should stay mostly dry. If you are driving through mountain passes or heading out to the desert, secure loose gear and be ready for strong gusts that can nudge high-profile vehicles around. Keep an eye on updated local forecasts if you are traveling or spending extended time outdoors, but impacts are expected to be limited to gusty winds and a few stray showers rather than any widespread rain or closures.
