San Diego, California – A gray, ocean-soaked morning settles over the city as steady drizzle slicks sidewalks and palm fronds drip in the muted first light. The cool, salty air feels heavier than usual, and early traffic pushes through wet pavement just as Thanksgiving travel begins to ramp up across Southern California.
According to the National Weather Service, showers continue through this morning before easing briefly midday. Another round of light rain is possible later this afternoon as moisture hangs along the coast. Even small rainfall amounts can reduce traction on freeways, so travelers along I-5, I-8, and the 163 should expect slower pacing and occasional glare under streetlights and low clouds.
Today’s highs reach the lower 60s with breaks of sun possible, but the pattern remains unsettled. Models hint at scattered showers developing again late Wednesday, with a 20 to 30 percent chance lingering into early Thursday as a modest Pacific impulse slides across the region. While snow levels stay well above the mountains, the cool marine layer signals a subtle Winter Tease, especially with morning temperatures hovering near the mid-50s.
Thursday brings slight shower chances mainly before midday before skies trend partly sunny with highs in the low 60s. This improvement should help early holiday travelers move more comfortably across the county.
Friday turns mostly cloudy with another round of likely showers by evening. Saturday and Sunday each carry a slight chance of rain but also offer long periods of dry weather, giving residents a fair window for errands, outdoor decorating, or early holiday preparations.
More updates are expected as Thanksgiving Week travel peaks and additional Pacific energy gathers offshore.
Five-Day Outlook for San Diego, California
Tuesday: Chance of showers, high 62.
Tuesday Night: Slight chance of showers, low 50.
Wednesday: Sunny early, slight shower chance late, high 62.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, low 51.
Thursday: Slight chance of showers early, high 63.
