SAN DIEGO, Calif. – A blanket of low coastal fog has drifted inland before dawn, softening lights along the harbor and dulling the city skyline under a cool, gray haze. The calm air feels humid and still—classic early November weather for Southern California’s coast.
According to the National Weather Service in San Diego, patchy fog will persist through midmorning across the metro and nearby valleys before lifting into sunshine. Visibility may briefly dip below one mile in coastal neighborhoods and along I-5 between La Jolla and Chula Vista, slowing the early travel rush. Drivers are urged to use low beams and extra caution until fog clears by late morning.
Once the marine layer breaks, sunshine dominates through Monday, bringing highs near 75°F and light afternoon breezes. Fog will rebuild late each night, returning for the early commute hours before dissipating after sunrise. For coastal communities, this “flip-flop” pattern of cool mornings and mild afternoons will continue into Tuesday, typical for early November along the Pacific.
Inland areas from El Cajon to Escondido will see slightly warmer afternoons near 80°F, offering excellent weather for outdoor plans, early holiday decorating, or travel ahead of Thanksgiving season. To be fair, this stable stretch won’t last indefinitely—long-range models hint at a weak Pacific system by late week that could deliver light showers or gustier winds to higher terrain.
For now, keep morning jackets handy and headlights low; Southern California’s gentle fall rhythm remains foggy, calm, and comfortably mild.
Five-Day Forecast for San Diego, CA:
Sat: 73/58 – Patchy fog early; sunny by midday.
Sun: 76/59 – Fog at dawn; warm and bright afternoon.
Mon: 75/58 – Morning fog; mostly sunny and calm.
Tue: 74/57 – Patchy fog; mild and pleasant.
Wed: 73/58 – Increasing clouds; light breeze late.
