San Diego County’s foothills and mountain regions could see some light rain Monday, while residents across the county will see gusty winds Tuesday, forecasters said Sunday.
About one-tenth to two-tenths of an inch of rain were forecast at lower elevations Monday, but mountain areas could exceed half an inch, according to the National Weather Service.
Cool and generally cloudy weather will prevail through Thursday, with a few rounds of precipitation, with greatest chances Monday and Thursday,” the agency said.
“Windy conditions will prevail through Tuesday night in the mountains and deserts, with windy weather in coastal areas as well Tuesday.”
A wind advisory was issued Sunday and will remain in effect until at least 2 a.m. Wednesday for the county deserts.
Gusts over 60 mph could occur Monday afternoon and evening in the mountains and deserts, but Tuesday will have more widespread winds, including near the coast.
Monday’s temperatures will mostly be in the mid-to-upper 60s on the coast and inland areas, the mid-to-upper 50s in the mountains and the upper 70s in the desert areas.
On Tuesday, temperatures will range from the low 50s in the mountain areas to the 70s in the desert.
Monday’s San Diego surf forecast includes moderate to high rip currents, surf from 3 to 6 feet, with local sets to 7 feet. Higher surf is expected to develop Tuesday and Wednesday from 5 to 7 feet, with sets to 9 feet and locally to 10 feet for west-facing beaches.
A short period of 7 to 8-second northwest swells at 290 to 300 degrees should arrive early Tuesday — bringing steep and choppy seas from 10 to 12 feet.
Sea winds may increase substantially, gusting up to 35 knots, peaking Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, with winds and seas expected to slowly calm down by Thursday.
“Fair warmer weather will return next weekend,” the NWS added.
City News Service contributed to this report.
