San Diego is heading into Friday, with afternoon temperatures expected to reach near 94 under a Heat Advisory that runs through Saturday evening. Santa Ana winds will add a dry, gusty edge, with conditions easing this weekend before cooler temperatures and chances of showers midweek.
Friday Heat And Santa Ana Winds Peak
Friday will stay sunny, with north winds of 5 to 10 mph in the city becoming east. The National Weather Service San Diego office says the strongest Santa Ana gusts are expected near slopes, foothills and passes, where local gusts could exceed 65 mph; inland valley gusts are forecast mainly at 35 to 55 mph.
The Heat Advisory covers San Diego County coastal areas and remains in effect through Saturday evening. Drink water, seek air conditioning when possible, avoid strenuous afternoon activity and check on people who may be especially vulnerable to heat; the dry, windy setup also keeps fire weather concerns elevated through Saturday.
Beach Conditions Need Extra Attention
Clear skies may make Friday look like an easy beach day, but the surf will not be entirely cooperative. The forecast calls for 3- to 6-foot surf, sets up to 7 feet and an increased risk of strong rip currents, so swimmers should stay near lifeguards and avoid swimming alone.
Cooler Weather, Shower Chances Next Week
Saturday remains hot at 90 degrees before San Diego drops to 87 Sunday and 82 Monday. Tuesday brings a much cooler 74-degree high, with a chance of showers after 5 p.m.; showers are possible Tuesday night and Wednesday, with another chance Thursday.
That shift is the latest turn in a forecast that goes from Santa Ana heat to cooler temperatures and shower chances in a matter of days. It follows Hoodline’s earlier look at the first Santa Ana event, while Friday’s heat and strongest coastal-basin impacts are now the immediate concern.
