San Diego started today under a gray blanket of low clouds and patchy fog, with the airport sitting at a mild 72°F. The marine layer is expected to peel back by mid-morning, setting up mostly sunny skies and a high near 83°F along the coast.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Coastal valleys and the I-15 corridor will bear the brunt of the low clouds through about 11 a.m., while inland neighborhoods warm up more quickly once the fog lifts. Northwest breezes should stay light early, then pick up this afternoon to around 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph over exposed headlands and piers.
Heat Advisory And How To Cope
According to the National Weather Service San Diego, a Heat Advisory is in effect from 10 AM today through 8 PM next Monday for San Diego County coastal areas. Forecasters expect coastal highs in the mid-80s with overnight lows hanging in the low 70s, while inland valleys run noticeably hotter. Officials urge residents to take it easy: drink extra water, avoid strenuous outdoor work during the hottest part of the day, and check on older neighbors and pets.
Beach Hazards And Rip Currents
A Beach Hazards Statement is up for surf of 5 to 7 feet through Sunday evening, boosting the risk of strong rip currents and minor coastal flooding during evening high tides of roughly 5.5 to 6.5 feet MLLW. According to City of San Diego lifeguards, beachgoers should always swim near a lifeguard, steer clear of jetties and rocks, and if caught in a rip current, swim parallel to shore and wave for help. Small craft are advised to use caution in the outer waters, where choppy seas are expected this afternoon and evening.
Weekend Outlook
High pressure builds into the weekend, keeping coastal highs near the low 80s, pushing inland valleys into the 90s, and driving deserts into extreme heat. Nights will stay unusually warm, and forecasters say record-warm overnight lows are possible Friday and Saturday.
What To Do Now
If you have outdoor plans, try to shift activity to early morning or evening, carry plenty of water, and cancel or scale back strenuous outings on the hottest days. If you are heading to the beach, check conditions before you go, swim only where lifeguards are on duty, and follow any local closures or safety instructions.
