May gray kept its grip on San Diego early today, with mostly cloudy skies and a cool 57°F at daybreak. Sunshine should break through for most neighborhoods this afternoon, while the coast stays cooler under a stubborn marine layer and most areas top out near 67°F.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
West winds will crank up this afternoon, generally 0–15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph, with stronger bursts possible through mountain passes and favored gaps. Patio furniture, umbrellas and anything not nailed down could wobble, and boaters should expect choppy conditions offshore during the gustier stretches. For official timing and detailed wind guidance, see the National Weather Service.
Tonight Into Friday
A slight chance of rain showers returns late tonight, after about 11 PM, into the early morning hours tomorrow. Any activity should focus near the coast and on coastal slopes. Where showers do develop, new rainfall totals are expected to stay light, under a tenth of an inch, although low clouds and patchy drizzle could slow early Friday commutes and cut visibility along the shore.
Weekend Warmup
Dry, warmer weather is on tap for the weekend, with highs climbing into the low 70s on Saturday, May 30, and the mid-70s by next Sunday, May 31, as the marine layer thins out. The National Weather Service forecast discussion notes a gradual warming trend into next week for inland areas, with temperatures running several degrees above average by mid-week.
What To Expect
Plan on cool, gray mornings by the water and sunnier afternoons inland through the weekend. Leave a little extra time for early-morning airport runs and coastal errands in case low clouds or drizzle roll in, and make sure loose patio items are tied down before the afternoon gusts show up.
