San Diego is waking up to classic postcard weather today, with clear skies and temperatures around 57°F at San Diego International Airport. By this afternoon, that calm vibe starts to slip, as breezy conditions build and a small chance of showers moves in after 5 PM. Coastal neighborhoods should stay mostly sunny through the afternoon, while foothills and desert slopes gear up for stronger gusts. Highs land near 71°F, with a cooler, windier night on tap for inland areas.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
West winds are expected to ramp up this afternoon, and a Wind Advisory is in effect from 2 PM today until 7 AM tomorrow. According to the National Weather Service San Diego, mountain and desert gusts could hit 40–50 mph, with isolated gusts up to 65 mph on desert slopes and through passes. Residents are urged to secure loose outdoor items, and drivers of high-profile vehicles should take extra care on exposed stretches of road.
Evening Showers Possible
A weakening front may squeeze out some light showers late this afternoon into the evening, with the best shot after 5 PM. Coastal areas are only expecting a few hundredths of an inch of rain, while the highest mountain areas could collect up to a quarter inch. Roads may briefly turn slick during the evening commute, but forecasters do not expect widespread flooding.
Looking Ahead
Dry, seasonal conditions are set to return Thursday and Friday, with daytime highs hovering in the low 70s. Another cooling and breezy trend is possible over the weekend, along with a few more light shower chances.
