California – Morning calm breaks quickly as sunshine warms streets, patios, and coastal neighborhoods across San Diego. By late morning, the air feels more like spring edging toward summer, a sharp contrast for early February.
According to the National Weather Service in San Diego, temperatures rise rapidly today, topping out near the low to mid-80s inland and around 70 closer to the coast. Winds remain light, allowing heat to build steadily through the afternoon. Skies stay mostly clear, keeping conditions dry and bright.
Across downtown San Diego, Mission Valley, and inland suburbs, the warmth may catch some off guard. Cars heat quickly, and outdoor errands can feel taxing during peak afternoon hours. While travel impacts remain minimal, drivers should stay hydrated and avoid leaving pets or children inside parked vehicles, even briefly.
Tonight brings increasing clouds and a mild evening. Lows settle near 60 degrees, keeping conditions comfortable but signaling a gradual cooldown ahead. Thursday stays warm but slightly tempered, with highs in the upper 70s under mostly cloudy skies.
By Friday, a more noticeable shift arrives. Temperatures ease back into the upper 60s, with calmer, more seasonable February weather setting in. To be fair, it still feels pleasant, just without today’s sharp heat. The weekend looks ideal for outdoor plans, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 70 on Saturday and mid-70s by Sunday.
Looking into early next week, clouds increase and rain chances return, hinting at a pattern change. Longer-range trends suggest above-normal temperatures could redevelop later next week, keeping winter on pause across Southern California.
Plan lighter clothing today, drink water often, and pace outdoor activity during the afternoon. Does it already feel warmer than expected where you are?
Five-Day Outlook for San Diego, California
• Today: Sunny, high near 83
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high near 77
• Friday: Partly sunny, high near 69
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 70
• Sunday: Sunny, high near 74
