San Diego Weather Is Near Perfect...

But You Should Be Informed Anyways. San Diego weather is very mild and sunny almost throughout the entire year. Yes...we have been blessed with some amazing weather. It is almost near perfect year round.

Occasionally though, we will receive a surprise here and there. It is always a good idea to be prepared and to know ahead of time.

If you'll be engaged mostly doing outdoor activities during your San Diego vacation, make sure to check out the forecast. Although, you should never rely 100% on the weather forecast, do use it as a rule of thumb to gage your plans.

Here are some of the weather trends you are likely to experience at some popular locations around the San Diego County...

If you plan on visiting San Diego around the months of May or June...you may come across a term called "June Gloom". This refers the fog that clogs up the days sunshine. You'll know it when you ask, "Hey, where's the sun?". This thick "marine layer" cloud cover will keep the air cool and damp within a few miles off the coast.

You may also here the term "Santa Ana Winds" on occassion. These winds don't happen that often, but you'll know it when you feel some really hot and dry winds blowing from the east inland deserts.

It really doesn't rain all that much in San Diego. On an average we may experience as much as 12 inches of rain annually. Most rain falls during the months of December through March, which are also the coolest months. No need to worry about rain if you'll be visiting during the summer months.

If you anticipate you'll be visiting San Diego around the month of August...make sure you bring lots of light clothes. It has been reported as the warmest month, with a record high of 111 °F in 1963.

The last thing you want is a suitcase full of jeans and sweatshirts! Make sure you pack plenty of shorts, sandals, t-shirts, and don't forget your swim wear.

Also, the coolest month is December. Keep in mind that what we know as cool really isn't anything compared to other states in the U.S. Just be sure to bring along a warm jacket, and plenty of long pants.

...and remember to put on that sunscreen if you'll be spending most of your time outdoors. A nasty sunburn is the last thing you should be worrying about while on vacation!