San Diego woke up under a gray blanket today, with low clouds and temperatures in the mid-60s at San Diego International Airport. The day is expected to turn partly sunny with highs near 71F, but forecasters say patchy drizzle is possible late tonight into early Tuesday, so a light jacket is still a smart move for any evening plans.
The marine layer is forecast to deepen tonight, bringing spotty drizzle mainly between 11 PM and 5 AM, with coastal neighborhoods seeing the most stubborn clouds while inland areas clear by late morning, according to the National Weather Service. Overnight lows should slip to about 63F with light southwest winds along the shore and somewhat breezier conditions inland.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Coastal breezes will stay mostly on the mild side, but mountain and desert slopes are in for a livelier afternoon and evening. Forecasters are calling for gusts of roughly 2540 mph in canyon and desert spots, with higher gusts possible through narrow passes, so it is a good idea to secure loose outdoor furniture and use extra caution on exposed roads.
Plan Ahead
Morning commuters should be ready for patchy low visibility and damp roads near the coast, allowing extra time and slowing down when drizzle makes the pavement slick. Boaters are advised to use caution in the usual trouble spots, but no hazardous marine conditions are expected through Saturday. Beachgoers should stick with local lifeguard flags and guidance.
