A new Pacific storm is poised to impact San Diego County during the evening rush hour on Monday, bringing with it the potential for up to an inch of rain across the area, as reported by the National Weather Service. Although this upcoming storm is weaker than the system that recently drenched much of the county—delivering between 1.5 and 2.8 inches of rain over the weekend—it is characterized by colder temperatures, which could result in between 1 inch and 3 inches of snow on local mountain peaks.
Weather experts anticipate that this new system will move through the region and clear to the east by Wednesday morning. However, it may be followed by a third system later in the week on Thursday.
Rainfall totals from the recent three-day weekend storm were significant. San Diego International Airport recorded 1.43 inches of rain from November 1 through 4 p.m. on Sunday, surpassing the average monthly rainfall for this time of year by nearly half an inch. Other notable rainfall amounts include Camp Pendleton with 3.31 inches, Palomar Observatory at 2.83 inches, and several other locations receiving significant precipitation, illustrating the storm’s far-reaching impact across the county.
As residents prepare for the new storm, it’s a reminder of the region’s capacity to receive substantial rainfall, a phenomenon that can benefit local water supplies after a prolonged drought. The forecast suggests a mix of weather conditions, with the potential for winter weather in the mountains enhancing the scenic beauty of the region while providing much-needed moisture.