San Diego drivers may encounter slick spots on I-5 and I-8 this morning as patchy drizzle dampens the commute. Conditions will steadily improve, with sunshine returning and temperatures climbing into the mid-70s by Thursday, giving the region a classic Southern California fall feel.
According to the National Weather Service, drizzle should taper off by late morning today, followed by gradual clearing. Highs will reach near 74 degrees this afternoon with light northwest winds, occasionally gusting up to 20 mph. Tonight stays partly cloudy with lows around 62.
By Wednesday, expect plenty of sun and highs in the mid-70s. Thursday looks mostly sunny and mild, with light winds and highs reaching 76. The warm, dry pattern holds through the weekend, offering near-perfect outdoor conditions for early October events, beach visits, and local festivals.
Travelers should still plan for damp roads early today, especially on coastal and canyon routes. Officials recommend slowing down during the morning commute and allowing extra space between vehicles. While rain is not expected beyond today, higher humidity this morning could also limit visibility in some low-lying areas.
This stable stretch of weather arrives just in time for the start of October, when San Diego typically transitions into cooler, drier fall patterns. The coming week brings little risk of disruptions, making it an excellent window for outdoor plans.
Five Day Forecast for San Diego, CA
- Tuesday: Patchy drizzle, clearing to partly sunny. High near 74. Low 62.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 75. Low 63.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 76. Low 63.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, becoming sunny. High 74. Low 62.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 74. Low 62.
