San Diego is getting a hard reboot into summer this weekend. Early today, skies were clear, and the thermometer at Lindbergh Field sat around 52°F, but forecasters expect a quick warm-up to a high near 79°F. Offshore Santa Ana winds are already spinning up and will be most noticeable in mountain passes, inland valleys and the county’s usual wind corridors. A Wind Advisory is in effect through 5 PM tomorrow, and the gusts could turn exposed roads and unsecured patio furniture into minor hazard zones.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
The real punch is set for this afternoon until tomorrow, when gusts are expected to hit mostly in the 40 to 50 mph range with isolated blasts up to 65 mph in favored spots, according to the National Weather Service San Diego. Hour-by-hour forecasts keep the immediate coast relatively tame, while inland neighborhoods and canyon routes face the worst crosswinds. Out on the water, boaters should keep an eye on the outer coastal zone near San Clemente Island, where intermittent 20-knot gusts could kick up choppy conditions.
Where To Watch Out
The strongest winds will be funneled through the county’s passes, including the San Gorgonio corridor and other natural wind tunnels, so drivers can expect sudden blasts on canyon roads and exposed stretches of highway. Outdoor gear is fair game for the breeze, so it is a good time to tie down patio furniture, tarps and temporary signs. Crews may be called out for downed branches, and anyone driving a high-profile vehicle should take it slow and steady. Winds should gradually back off through Monday as onshore flow returns and the system slips south.
Small Rain Chance, Then Warmer Week Ahead
There is a small shot at light showers late Sunday night into Monday, mainly over the mountains, with totals expected to stay under about 0.10 inch. Temperatures will dip a bit early next week as the marine layer creeps back in, then crank up again by midweek, with inland highs possibly pushing into the low 90s by Thursday and Friday.
