California – Waves slam against seawalls before sunrise, sending spray across walkways as fog clings to the coast. The ocean sounds louder than usual, and low-lying beach roads sit vulnerable as tides rise through the morning hours.
According to the National Weather Service in San Diego, a Coastal Flood Advisory and High Surf Advisory remain in effect for San Diego County coastal areas through Tuesday morning. Breaking waves of 3 to 6 feet, with local sets up to 8 feet, are combining with higher-than-normal tides to produce minor coastal flooding. The highest concern centers on morning high tides, especially near La Jolla and other west-facing beaches.
Impacts include flooding of beachside lots, parks, and roads, with isolated closures possible near the water. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions persist, and localized beach erosion is expected. Officials urge residents and visitors to avoid rocks, jetties, and low coastal routes during peak tides. If traveling near the shoreline, plan alternate routes and allow extra time.
Away from the coast, San Diego stays mild today with patchy fog and highs near 70 degrees. Conditions turn warmer and sunnier into midweek, with highs climbing into the mid-70s Tuesday and surging into the low 80s by Wednesday. That warming trend continues toward the Feb 6–8 weekend, bringing springlike afternoons and calmer seas once advisories expire.
To be fair, the quiet weather inland may be deceiving. Coastal impacts can develop quickly as waves stack with incoming tides. Meteorologists caution that even brief improvements can reverse fast.
Beach hazards are expected to ease later Tuesday, but additional advisories remain possible if surf stays elevated. Planning a coastal walk or drive today? Tell us what conditions look like where you are.
Five Day Weather Outlook for San Diego, California
Today: Patchy fog, mostly sunny, high near 70.
Tuesday: Sunny, high near 75.
Wednesday: Sunny and warm, high near 83.
Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 77.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 72.
