California – The early morning feels calm and cool, but the warmth is already lining up. By midday, jackets come off fast as sunshine spreads across Southern California. This stretch feels more like spring than late January.
According to the National Weather Service in San Diego, high pressure continues to dominate the region through the weekend. Afternoon temperatures climb well above seasonal averages, with highs reaching the upper 70s and near 80 by Saturday. Winds remain light, keeping conditions dry and stable.
In San Diego, today warms into the upper 70s under clear skies. Friday runs even warmer, pushing close to 79. Saturday stands out as the hottest day, topping out near 80 inland. Coastal neighborhoods stay slightly cooler but still mild, making for comfortable beach and outdoor conditions.
This warmth comes with few hazards, but timing still matters. Cooler nights in the low to mid-50s allow condensation to form late, which may lead to patchy cloud cover near the coast by early morning. Drivers along I-5 and surface roads near the shoreline should stay alert for brief visibility changes.
Sunday begins a gradual transition. Highs ease back into the mid-70s as clouds increase. By early next week, temperatures trend closer to seasonal norms, settling near 70. No rain signals appear in the near term, keeping travel and outdoor plans largely uninterrupted.
While much of the country deals with winter extremes, San Diego sits on the mild side of the pattern. Hydration and sun protection remain important, even in January. Afternoon sun can still feel strong, especially during extended outdoor activities.
Enjoy the warmth, but don’t let it fool you into forgetting the calendar. February brings change quickly in Southern California.
How warm did it feel in your neighborhood this afternoon?
Five Day Outlook for San Diego, California
Today: Sunny and mild, high near 77
Friday: Sunny and warmer, high near 79
Saturday: Sunny and warmest, high near 80
Sunday: Mostly sunny, cooling slightly, high near 74
Monday: Partly sunny, seasonal, high near 70
