San Diego woke up today to a familiar combo of low clouds and cool air, with coastal neighborhoods hanging in the low to mid 60s and inland spots already sneaking into the upper 60s. Afternoon highs are expected to top out near 72°F, and once the marine layer thins, sunshine should break through along the shoreline. Cooler-than-average conditions are on tap through Sunday, with a gradual warmup waiting in the wings early next week.
Afternoon Winds Kick Up Inland
Onshore flow will strengthen through tomorrow and Wind Advisories are in effect for some valley and desert areas. Apple and Lucerne Valleys are under a Wind Advisory from 11 AM today to 5 AM next Sunday, while the San Diego County deserts are covered from 5 PM today to 11 AM next Sunday. Mountain and desert slopes should brace for afternoon and evening gusts generally in the 30 to 40 mph range on Saturday, with stronger gusts possible in favored passes. These timings and impacts are from the National Weather Service San Diego.
Foggy Starts, Brighter Finishes
The marine layer will keep nights and mornings gray and cool, especially along the coast and into the coastal foothills, before giving way to afternoon sun. Morning commutes could come with patchy, reduced visibility and some lingering damp pavement, so it is worth building in a little extra time for early trips. The marine layer is expected to deepen through the weekend and could push low clouds farther inland by Sunday.
Beach Crowd Gets Swell, Boaters Get Breeze
A brief bump in long-period south swell this afternoon and evening could nudge surf to around 5 feet on south-facing beaches and increase rip current risk. Lifeguards are urging swimmers to stay near staffed towers and use extra caution. Offshore, outer coastal waters near San Clemente Island may turn breezy Saturday afternoon and evening, creating conditions that could be hazardous for small craft. For rip current safety tips and beach guidance, check the City of San Diego Lifeguards.
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