The wait is over -- big changes in our forecast have officially arrived. Much cooler temperatures for most of the county Tuesday, followed by rain chances through Friday.
Just for perspective, daytime highs in Ramona had a 21-degree decline on Tuesday compared to Monday. Santee saw a 19-degree dip, and El Cajon tumbled 18 degrees.
These conditions weren't reflected everywhere, though. Chula Vista only decreased four degrees, while San Diego actually increased by a degree.
As far as those rain chances go, the earliest precipitation might fall is overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. The entire system will stick with us through Friday, likely accumulating more than .1" in the north county, less than .1" in the south county and around .25" in the mountains. No snow is expected.
Wind gusts will also pick up in our mountains and deserts, blowing between 40-50 m.p.h. at points.
If you’re waiting for the temperatures to rebound from this atmospheric river, you may have to wait a little bit longer. Temperatures cool down and stay cool throughout the weekend, even after the rain dries up.
Wednesday's Highs
Coast: 62-67°
Inland: 62-68°
Mountain: 52-62°
Deserts: 71-77°
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